Ethology and animal behaviour Books
Octopus Publishing Group The Ultimate Guide to Raising a Puppy
Book SynopsisThe ultimate guide to puppy-care from the host of the hit TV show It''s Me or the Dog.Victoria Stilwell''s bestselling canine care guides have helped hundreds of thousands of owners across the world raise happy and healthy dogs. Now, the world-renowned dog trainer and TV presenter is back with The Ultimate Guide to Raising a Puppy - the definitive guide to puppy care and training. Rejecting dominance-based and traditional training techniques, Victoria promotes positive reinforcement techniques to help you raise and train a happy and healthy puppy. Packed with essential knowledge and advice, you''ll learn all you need to know about being a puppy owner. If you want your puppy to develop into a happy, well-behaved and friendly adult dog, this is the guide you need.
£11.69
Harvard University Press Millions of Monarchs Bunches of Beetles
Book SynopsisInsects may gather in modest groups, like the dozen sawfly larvae feeding on a pine needle, or they may form huge masses, like a swarm of migratory locusts or a cloud of mayflies. Why they assemble and what they get out of their associations are questions considered in this look at the group behavior and social lives of a wide array of bugs.Trade ReviewPerhaps the most striking feature of Waldbauer's delightful book is the enthusiasm with which it is written. A lifetime's involvement with what for many of us are mere pesky little critters has not dulled his pleasure in chronicling their variety or his amazement at their strangeness. He revels in the natural world. -- Derek Bickerton * New York Times Book Review *Although it was written by an entomologist...the book is not for the strictly scientifically oriented. Rather, this book reads like a compendium of insect stories, one interesting tale after another...A remarkable read. -- Marlene A. Condon * Daily Progress *Gilbert Waldbauer has addressed a broad audience to explain how and why insect aggregations occur, and to what extent these associations may involve crude co-operation and communication...Waldbauer cites a fascinating range of examples, some familiar and some not, [in] an immensely enjoyable book. A great richness of information is presented in a relaxed and accessible way without compromising the scientific complexity of some of the areas explored. Clearly intrigued by his subject and its ramifications, Waldbauer conveys his enthusiasm and love for natural history in its most catholic form with vivacity, flair and a broad brush. -- Gaden S. Robinson * Times Literary Supplement *Clear writing, a storyteller's grace and consummate mastery of his subject make entomologist Gilbert Waldbauer's Millions of Monarchs, Bunches of Beetles a fascinating incursion into the strange, fabulous and complex world of insects. As entertaining as he is informative, Waldbauer introduces us to groups of insects who use numbers to increase their chances for mating, surviving predators, overcoming prey or coping with weather...His enthusiasm for his subject is infectious, and he communicates far-reaching knowledge without resorting to jargon...[Millions of Monarchs, Bunches of Beetles] stimulates and satisfies the reader's sense of wonder. -- Lynn Harnett * Herald Sunday *Interesting facts and ideas are stacked one on top of another. This is not technical stuff: It's an entertaining, interesting book and an easy read that will be enjoyed by a wide audience. Getting food, avoiding predators, finding mates, and other matters essential to the survival of species are topics drawn out of this background of remarkable animal aggregations. A useful index and an extensive bibliography are helpful. * Science Books & Films *A delightful and informative romp with retired University of Illinois professor Gilbert Waldbauer through his favorite bug-hunting venues. Along the way, you will discover that Mr. Waldbauer has never outgrown his childlike enthusiasm for discovery--hence the title--nor his seriousness about good science--hence the publisher...Linking these two is the author's appreciation for enticing stories accumulated over a professional lifetime. He skillfully weaves eager curiosity, clear science and captivating tales to produce a compact book certain to please even the most casual observer of the world of these small creatures that creep, crawl, fly or burrow all around us. -- Fred Bortz * Dallas Morning News *Every chapter is so full of fascination, so well conveyed in clear, congenial, and precise prose, that many readers may want to audit professor Waldbauer's next course. -- Ray Olson * Booklist *The social structures formed by ants and bees are well documented. Waldbauer, however, concerns himself with the unsung insects whose simple group habits define less-organized societies. * Science News *Every chapter is so full of fascination, that many readers may want to audit professor Waldbauer's next course. The overall topic is occasionally social insects: how and why do they get together when they do? Their reasons include finding mates, species self-defense, subduing prey, going where the food is, and even controlling their own microclimates--that's why tent caterpillars make tents. Waldbauer unfolds all this buggy cooperation in absorbing accounts of particular species. -- Ray Olson * Booklist *In this, his third popularization of insect life, retired academic Waldbauer focuses on the group behavior of species less well described than ants or honeybees but no less interesting--ladybugs and locusts, mayflies and butterflies, wasps, termites, and others...Clearly a volume to satisfy idle curiosity, from a scholar and a gentleman ever ready to credit the work of colleagues, while at the same time suggesting any number of topics that future scholars might pursue to further our understanding of evolution and the survival of so many, many bugs. * Kirkus Reviews *Waldbauer's gentle but enthralling prose leads the reader to see beyond the shock of the heaving crawling mass, to glimpse beneath at the underlying biology of some of nature's most fascinating creatures. -- Richard Jones * BBC Wildlife *Gilbert Waldbauer writes to share his passion for insects. The insects of an unembellished prose style make his books accessible to the general naturalist and the specialist alike. -- W.R. Dolling * Entomologist's Monthly Magazine *
£24.26
Harvard University Press Chimpanzee and Red Colobus
Book SynopsisTaking us to Gombe National Park in Tanzania, a place made famous by Jane Goodall's studies, the book offers a close look at how predation by wild chimpanzeesobservable in the park as nowhere elsehas influenced the behavior, ecology, and demography of a population of red colobus monkeys.Trade ReviewExcellent. An important study of the relationship between chimpanzees and their prey. -- Jane GoodallA detailed, but entertaining analysis of the evolutionary whys, behavioural ecology wherefores and natural history hows of a fascinating predator-prey system. Suitable for undergraduates and above, the wealth of detail makes it hard to believe that, until two decades ago, chimps were thought of as entirely peaceful vegetarians. Just read Craig Stanford's Chimpanzee and Red Colobus to discover how wrong we all were. * New Scientist *This is a thorough and comprehensive analysis of the predator-prey relationship between chimpanzees and red colobus monkeys in Gombe National Park, Tanzania. While researchers generally focus on predation from the point of view of the hunter, Craig Stanford is unique on addressing predation from the point of view of both predator and prey...This is an excellent reference manual on chimpanzees as hunters and their impact on the behaviour, ecology and demography of their prey. It is clearly written and well organised, and the latest chapter provides a concise and comprehensive summary-conclusion. Figures and tables are easy to follow and, together with the text, reveal the meticulous detail in which the author addressed the questions of interest. This is an important contribution to primatology. -- Jennifer Scott * Biologist *[Chimpanzee and Red Colobus is a ] study of how the predation of wild chimps influences and shapes the behaviour and ecology of a group of red colobus monkeys, offering clues as to how early humans may have lived. * BBC Wildlife *Table of ContentsPrimates as predators and as prey; an African forest; the hunters; chimpanzees as predators; red colobus monkeys as prey; before the attack; confrontation; the impact of predation; why do chimpanzees hunt?; predation and primate social systems; conclusion; appendices - additional data on predator-prey ecology.
£28.86
Harvard University Press Primate Psychology
Book SynopsisThis book, one of the few comprehensive attempts at integrating behavioral research into human and nonhuman primates, does precisely that—and in doing so, offers a clear, in-depth look at the mutually enlightening work being done in psychology and primatology.Trade ReviewA magnificent and important book. Maestripieri has created an authoritative synopsis of a growing and contentious research field that for too long has been hyper-dispersed among narrowly conceived literatures and academic departments. The authors put the current work on the psychology of human and nonhuman primates in historical perspective and also show us the latest developments and controversies. Primate Psychology should be required reading for academic researchers and science popularizers who have studied the evolution of human personality, emotion, and intelligence. -- Sue Boinski, University of FloridaIn this pathbreaking book, the editor and contributors look at primate behavior from a body of theory that was developed through the study of humans...Twenty-nine leading specialists examine a tremendous range of topics. Bravely conceived and well executed, this edited volume will go a long way toward uniting a field that in the past has been hopelessly fragmented within the academic isolation of many different departments and journals. -- F. S. Szalay * Choice *Primate Psychology is a fascinating update of this field of research, written by 29 specialists. It deals with humans as well as other primates, a rare integration, and is enlightening when looking at social processes such as parenting. The editor, Dario Maestripieri, has included papers that point out gaps in our knowledge: for example, what has and has not been studied in conflict resolution among primates. -- Maggie McDonald * New Scientist *Primate Psychology is a fascinating update of this field of research, written by 29 specialists. It deals with humans as well as other primates, a rare integration, and is enlightening when looking at social processes such as parenting. * New Scientist *Table of Contents* Preface * The Past, Present, and Future of Primate Psychology Dano Maestripieri * Aggression J. Dee Higley * Conflict Resolution Peter G. Judge * Sexuality Kim Wallen, Julia L. Zehr, Rebecca A. Herman, and Franklynn C. Graves * Attachment Dano Maestripieri * Parenting Lynn A. Fairbanks * Social Development and Affiliation James R. Roney and Dario Maestripieri * Comparing Cognitive Development Jesse M. Bering and Daniel J. Povinelli * Social Cognition Josep Call and Michael Tomasello * Personality Samuel D. Gosling, Scott O. Lilienfeld and Lori Marino * Emotions and Behavioral Flexibility Filippo Aureli and Andrew Whiten * Nonvocal Communication Lisa A. Parr and Dano Maestripieri * Nonlinguistic Vocal Communication Michael J. Owren, Drew Kendall, and Jo-Anne Bachorowski * Language Duane M. Rumbaugh, Michael J. Beran, and E. Sue Savage-Rumbaugh * Brain Substrates for Communication, Cognition, and Handedness William D. Hopkins, Dawn L. Pilcher, and Claudio Cantalupo * Psychopathology Alfonso Troisi * References * Contributors * Index
£39.56
Harvard University Press More than Kin and Less than Kind
Book SynopsisSibling rivalry and intergenerational conflict are not limited to humans. Among seals and piglets, storks and burying beetles, in bird nests and beehives, family conflicts can be deadly serious, determining who will survive and who will perish. Mock tells us what scientists have learned about this disturbing side of family dynamics in the nature.Trade ReviewSiblings and parents do some very strange and dramatic things to one another. In this fine book about a fascinating subject, Doug Mock, one of the top researchers in this field, explains why. These widespread features of the animal kingdom originally puzzled biologists but no longer for reasons that Mock makes clear. -- John Alcock, Arizona State UniversityThe world of animal behavior is full of many fascinating and varied phenomena. Few are more difficult to reconcile than outright cruelty among relatives. More than Kin and Less than Kind shows us how to understand the forces that can at once break up and help to stabilize family groups. It is must reading for all students of behavior. I couldn’t put it down. -- Marc Bekoff, University of Colorado, author of Minding Animals and, with Jane Goodall, The Ten TrustsThose fond of intoning piously that a biological universal is support and loyalty to one’s family members may want to rethink their position. Doug Mock has many grim tales to tell about family dynamics in species that make the Simpsons look like the Brady Bunch. But the book is much more than the natural history of family dysfunction; it is a model of how behavioral ecology can and should be done. This is a gripping read. Just don’t take the book to family reunions. -- Marlene Zuk, University of California, Riverside, author of Sexual Selections: What We Can and Can’t Learn about Sex from AnimalsMock has a lively and engaging style, and the skill to explain complex ideas from kin selection and related fields intelligibly without being patronizing...Mock has done a superb job in bringing a large area of contemporary behavioural ecology to both a biological and a general audience...It deserves to be read by everyone interested in the evolution of family life. -- Charles Godfray * Nature *As Mock shows, storks, pigs, seals, and other creatures give people a run for their money when it comes to competition. Within families at least, people are usually less aggressive and perhaps more shrewd than animals in getting what they want, but all the species Mock examines are competitive when it comes to fulfilling needs and desires...Mock considers...aspects of the family dynamic through a wealth of scientific studies and anecdotal evidence as he redefines the evolutionary limits of selfishness among species. * Science News *Through the use of splendid examples, from rosewood pollen to penguins to premedical students, this well-written and entertaining book provides an excellent introduction to the evolution of family conflict...[Mock] details the theory and natural history of sibling rivalry across a broad sweep of animals and plants to illustrate ways in which the simple mathematical relationship called Hamilton's rule links the benefits and costs of seemingly altruistic or selfish behavior to the degree of relatedness between individuals. Countless examples display what scientists have learned about family strife in the natural world by documenting how the powerful forces of cooperation and competition shape all interactions in the family arena, and can turn close kin into deadly rivals. -- K. A. Campbell * Choice *Douglas Mock's engaging volume assimilates the vast literature on altruism but concentrates on the more traditional analysis of conflict...Mock's monograph demonstrates triumphantly that field studies are still a vibrant part of evolutionary biology. He is equally entertaining about his own field studies and those of others engaged in testing in the field the models of theoretical evolutionary biology...Mock's is one of those soughtafter books in science, a work of popularisation and a thoughtful synthesis of an important discipline. -- W. F. Bynum * Times Higher Education Supplement *Table of ContentsPrologue 1. In a Family Way 2. The Problem with Sex 3. Nursery Life with Attitude 4. The Trouble with Parents 5. Raising Cain 6. Killing Me Softly 7. Parenting in an Uncertain World 8. The Ultimate Food-Fight 9. Gambling with Children 10. Beggars, Cheats, and Bad Fruit 11. Silly Squabbles and Serious Sabotage 12. Parent-Offspring Conflict Revisited 13. Till Death Do Us Part 14. Upgrading the Kids 15. Together Again Epilogue Notes Works Cited Acknowledgments Index
£24.26
Harvard University Press The Guests of Ants
Book SynopsisPulitzer Prize–winner Bert Hölldobler and behavioral ecologist Christina Kwapich reveal a universe of behavioral mechanisms whereby invaders known as myrmecophiles break into ant colonies. By decoding ants’ sophisticated communication systems, these invaders disguise themselves as friendly, suppress ant aggression, and feast on colony resources.Trade ReviewThis beautiful book is a true classic of biology and destined to be a standard work on the subject of symbiosis for many years to come. -- Edward O. Wilson, author of SociobiologyA marvelous tour of the wonderland of ants and the non-ant ‘guests’ that live with them. Bert Hölldobler and Christina Kwapich have combined fascinating science and first-rate scholarship to share what myrmecologists have learned about a rarely seen part of the natural world. -- Thomas D. Seeley, author of The Lives of Bees[A] profoundly researched, gloriously illustrated treatise on ant symbiosis. -- Andrew Robinson * Nature *A book synthesizing the biology of myrmecophiles is long overdue, and now we have it. In The Guests of Ants, Bert Hölldobler and Christina Kwapich introduce us to this amazing menagerie, synthesize centuries of observations, and bring us up to speed on the latest science…A pleasure for any curious naturalist. -- John T. Longino * American Scientist *The Guests of Ants gives a beautifully illustrated, wide-ranging, and critical literature review of this delightful corner of myrmecology…A must for myrmecologists and entomologists, but also more generally for biologists with an interest in social insects and insect ecology. * Inquisitive Biologist *A wonderful work that neatly weaves together the old and classic observations with recently gained insights into the fascinating but often enigmatic biology of myrmecophiles…Everyone with an interest in entomology will enjoy this book. -- Thomas Parmentier * American Entomologist *I urge you to immerse yourself in The Guests of Ants…What Hölldobler and Kwapich have produced is a carnival of the extraordinary; a relentless and stunningly illustrated parade of the myriad organisms that have gained footholds in virtually every aspect of ant biology…It will be the quintessential resource for generations of researchers to come. -- Joseph Parker * Current Biology *Fascinating…This encyclopedic account of the natural history of the guests of ants will surely serve as a useful and inspiring resource for myrmecologists in the years to come. -- Annika S. Nelson * Quarterly Review of Biology *Prepare to be astounded, surprised, and charmed time and time again. This book is destined to become the authoritative work on ants and their guests for decades to come. -- Walter R. Tschinkel, author of Ant ArchitectureA deeply inspiring and masterful account of how myrmecophiles interact with their hosts, trick them by breaking their communication codes, and make their living inside the ant colonies. Lavishly illustrated, this book is a thorough and fascinating study. -- Rüdiger Wehner, Professor and Director Emeritus, Institute of Zoology, University of ZürichHölldobler and Kwapich have masterfully marshalled a vast literature on the evolution and behavioral ecology of ants and their many associates. This book will have wide appeal to ecologists and evolutionary biologists, as well as anyone interested in the natural history of social insects and their friends and foes. -- Naomi E. Pierce, Hessel Professor of Biology and Curator of Lepidoptera, Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard UniversityA spellbinding journey to the exotic world of ants and their ‘guests.’ By far the most comprehensive treatment of this fascinating subject, this book is a delight. -- Daniel Kronauer, author of Army AntsSuperbly illustrated and written with enthusiasm and delight, The Guests of Ants is unparalleled. This book provides first-class, fascinating coverage on the behavioral biology and mechanisms enabling myrmecophiles to coexist with, and frequently exploit, the ant superorganism. -- Paulo S. Oliveira, coauthor of The Ecology and Evolution of Ant-Plant InteractionsThis magnificent book takes the reader into a striking world largely unknown, even to most biologists. Comprised of lively, informative writing spiced with fascinating illustrations, The Guests of Ants highlights some of the most bizarre and unbelievable organisms on earth. I would have loved to have had such a book when I started my own research years ago. -- Konrad Fiedler, University of Vienna, AustriaAn outstanding celebration of natural history as modern science. World-renowned scientist Bert Hölldobler and entomologist Christina Kwapich present a treasure trove of information about the ant nest microcosm, complete with spectacular photos of members on the colony’s guest list, including butterflies, worms, fungi, and more. -- Raghavendra Gadagkar, author of The Social Biology of Ropalidia marginataThis book provides a captivating, excellently illustrated overview of the complex interactions among ants and the many organisms who live inside their nests. A must-read for everyone who enjoys nature and the fascinating world of social insects. -- Jürgen Heinze, University of RegensburgThis book is a stunning collection of these stories of myrmecophiles living with ants, with rich accounts of the interactions between guests and hosts. -- Alexander Walton * Bulletin of the Entomological Society of Canada *An essential reference for any myrmecologist or entomologist. -- Robert F. Foster * Canadian Field-Naturalist *
£48.76
Princeton University Press The Mind of a Bee
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Finalist for the PROSE Award in Biological Sciences""A thorough and thoughtful primer on the interiority of bees."---Mike Welch, Scientific American"The book’s bees astound; so too the clever humans who study them."---Robert Eagan, Library Journal, starred review"The knowledge on offer here is as entertaining as it is edifying. Readers won’t look at bees the same way again." * Publishers Weekly *"This is an outstanding book that provides a comprehensive overview of honeybee cognition. It provides a clear introduction to the field for amateur bee lovers as well as a nuanced and up-to-date summary for professionals. By looking at the world through the lens of a bee, readers will develop tools to better understand the distinct and vivid experiences of tiny invertebrates that are too frequently ignored."---Elizabeth A. Tibbetts, Current Biology"An entrancing journey through the senses and life struggles of bees."---Alun Anderson, New Scientist"The Mind of a Bee is a fascinating book that I hope will be read and understood by as broad an audience as possible, so that the important conclusions within may be shared more widely."---Amanda Williams, Buzz about Bees"This is an amazing book. I give it my highest recommendation."---David Gascoigne, Travels with Birds"I strongly recommend you read [Chittka’s] book and if you will excuse the pun ‘make your own mind up’. Science and nature writing at its finest and an essential read."---Roy Stewart, British Naturalists' Association"Written with moments of levity and soaked in curiosity, The Mind of a Bee is a delight."---Eliza Middleton, The Conversation"Chittka has managed the extraordinary feat of condensing over three decades of research into a single book and in such a way as to make it accessible to the non-expert." * Beekeepers Quarterly *"[A] devoted, accessible analysis."---Andrew Robinson, Nature"Bee behaviour is undoubtedly fascinating and Chittka is the ideal author to explain the intricacies of how bees learn and make decisions."---John Badmin, British Journal of Entomology and Natural History"Engaging and intellectually stimulating. . . .Despite it being basically a science book, The Mind of a Bee keeps you glued like it were an action-packed story where you just need to know the final conclusion."---Mihai Andrei, ZME Science"An entertaining and enlightening read."---Helen Gray, Animal Welfare"Lars Chittka's book is timely indeed, as it vividly describes and scientifically underpins the stunning intellectual power of these little creatures. . . .Highly recommend this book to everybody interested in nature- layman or professional."---Rudolf Alexander Steinbrecht, Arthropod Structure & Development "A wonderful journey into the fascinating world of bee intelligence and consciousness." * Conservation Biology *"The Mind of a Bee makes for fascinating reading. The book’s tight structure and numerous illustrations make it accessible . . . . [And I have] been thoroughly convinced by Chittka that bees are anything but little automatons."---Leon Vlieger, Inquisitive Biologist"This book is based on years of scientific research. It is a fascinating read that poses questions we all ought to be asking ourselves."---Claire Waring, Country Smallholder
£28.50
Princeton University Press Bird Love The Family Life of Birds
Book SynopsisTrade Review"[A] beautiful book . . . stunning photographs keep the pages turning."---Julie Zickefoose, Wall Street Journal"[Combines] vignettes with photographs and drawings to paint an eye-opening picture of the myriad ways birds act."---Alisa Opar, Audubon"[A] beautifully designed book on an endlessly fascinating topic."---Matt Mendenhall, BirdWatching"[A] fascinating, comprehensive, and beautifully illustrated book about numerous aspects of bird behavior."---Marc Bekoff, Animal Emotions"What drew me into the book were its outstanding photographs of birds young and old."---Jim Williams, Star Tribune"[An] informative, handsomely illustrated book."---Suzanne Charlé, NYC Audubon"[A] work worthy of attention by ornithologists, birdwatchers, and general naturalists alike."---Johannes E. Riutta, The Well-read Naturalist
£22.50
Princeton University Press The Voices of Nature
Book SynopsisTrade Review"The breadth of research is impressive, as is the direct language used to express the complicated sciencebehind sound itself. . . . Sounds may not leave a fossil record, but Mathevon's research will."---Tina Panik, Library Journal, starred review"Mathevon delivers fascinating insights into animal communication. . . . This will change how readers hear the animals around them." * Publishers Weekly *"There's no one better than Mathevon to tell us about how diverse animals talk with one another and here's what he had to say about his new landmark, fact-based book, which is a lot of fun to read. His enthusiasm is contagious!"---Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today"The language flows easily and important scientific concepts, often complex in nature, are seamlessly woven into an entertaining story."---David Gascoigne, Travels with Birds"A significant contribution to the art of aural animal science."---Eric Brown, News Shopper: Wild Things"This is an excellent book full of fascinating facts, full of detail, but always very readable."---Patricia MacDuff, British Naturalists Association Bulletin"Excellent."---Marc Weidenbaum, The Wire
£23.80
Princeton University Press The Mirror and the Mind
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Finalist for the PROSE Award in History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, Association of American Publishers""Clearly written and beautifully detailed, this book will be of interest to psychologists, neuroscientists, and anthropologists at all levels of expertise interested in issues of self-recognition or misidentification between the self and other."---Saira Khan, Quarterly Review of Biology
£29.75
Princeton University Press The Human Evolutionary Transition
Book SynopsisTrade Review"A new and compelling evolutionary stance on comparative cognition." * Choice *
£80.00
Princeton University Press The Human Evolutionary Transition
Book SynopsisTrade Review"A new and compelling evolutionary stance on comparative cognition." * Choice *
£29.75
Quarto Publishing PLC The Cat Purrsonality Test
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsIntroduction How To Use This Book The Feline Five Factors The nine quizzes: 1. TOP CAT: Reflect on your cat's social circle and how they interact with others. 2. DAY-TO-DAY KITTY: Every daily habit offers a meaningful clue, from their preferred routine to how they handle disruptions. 3. MOGGY MASTERMIND: Penetrate the powers of your kitty's mind, from problem solving techniques to how they handle you! 4. PUSS-IN-BOOTS: Grooming is much more than looking at your insta-cat finest. Unpick their wellbeing, general moods and energy levels. 5. PAWS, SNOOZE, REPEAT: See what your cat's snoozing positions, patterns and behaviours reveal. 6. PURR TIME: Find out what each favourite toy or game signifies. 7. CATTITUDE: Unique, laugh-out-loud and bizarre quirks all offer tell-tale signs of different feline traits. 8. CHAT WITH THE CAT: Whether two- or simply one-way, oral and physical communication are what bonds cats and owners. 9. MOGGY ON THE MOVE: Investigate how your cat acts when its out and about. The Feline Five Score Page Conclusion What’s Breed Got To Do With It? Further Reading On Cat Care, Wellbeing And Behaviour
£8.99
Quarto Publishing PLC The Good Boys Guide to Being Good
Book SynopsisThe Good Boy’s Guide to Being Good is an entertaining account of a dog trying to understand his human and live his best life. Written from the point of view of Sprout, an “Insta-famous” dog who pushes a tiny shopping cart amongst other tricks, it uses humorous real-life anecdotes to provide a light-hearted take on how to raise a well-behaved dog, brought to life with adorable and entertaining photos of Sprout in all walks of life. Sprout’s ‘wisdom’ covers understanding and successfully living alongside humans, progresses to navigating the outside world and learning manners, and culminates with a few simple yet unique tricks. Each tip is accompanied by a human translation to break down the actual principle Sprout is describing so that dog owners can apply the wisdom to their own pets. A funny and fresh take on how to look after youTable of ContentsForeword by Nicole Levien Introductions A Glossary of Very Good Words CHAPTER 1 | HUMAN INTEREST CHAPTER 2 | HOUSE RULES CHAPTER 3 | BRAVE NEW WORLD CHAPTER 4 | TEACHER’S PET CHAPTER 5 | EXTRACURRICULARS Conclusion: A Star Is Unleashed Important Notes for Humans About Sprout & Sigrid Acknowledgments
£11.63
British Library Publishing Dawn Chorus
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£10.71
DK Whats My Cat Thinking
Book SynopsisHave you ever wondered why your cats behave the way they do? This authoritative guide has all the answers! Cats are weird, and sometimes their behavior can leave you scratching your head. Discover what’s really behind those things cats do – whether they’re amusing, irritating or just downright bizarre.What’s My Cat Thinking will help cat lovers unlock the secret code of cats for a deeper connection with the feline in your life. Inside, you’ll find: • Accurate descriptions of behavior will help you understand your cat’s body language nuances and act accordingly. • Covers a range of breeds. • A fun book for cat people that delivers practical, helpful advice from acknowledged experts on a range of tricky or puzzling cat behaviors. Have you ever wondered why your cat sleeps on your keyboard, why
£16.19
Johns Hopkins University Press Lizard Social Behavior
Book SynopsisZamudio, Cornell University.Trade ReviewVery well conceived! -- Martin Wikelski CopeiaTable of ContentsPrefaceList of ContributorsIntroduction: The Evolutionary Study of Social Behavior and the Role of Lizards as Model OrganismsPart I: Variation Among IndividualsIntroductionChapter 1. Intra- and Intersexual Variation in Social Behavior: Effects of Ontogeny, Phenotype, Resources, and Season.Chapter 2. Evolution and Maintenance of Social Status–Signaling Badges: Experimental Manipulations in Lizards.Chapter 3. Ecological and Social Contexts for the Evolution of Alternative Mating Strategies.Chapter 4. Social Behavior and Antipredatory Defense in Lizards.Part II: Variation Among PopulationsIntroductionChapter 5. Sexual Selection, Social Behavior, and the Environmental Potential for Polygyny.Chapter 6. Intraspecific Variation in Sexual Dimorphism and Mating System in Relation to Interisland Differences in Predation Pressure.Chapter 7. Island Biogeography of Morphology and Social Behavior in the Lava Lizards of the Galapagos Islands.Part III: Variation Among SpeciesIntroductionChapter 8. Endocrinology of Species Differences in Sexually Dichromatic Signals: Using the Organization and Activation Model in a Phylogenetic Framework.Chapter 9. The Interplay Among Environment, Social Behavior, and Morphology: Iguanid Mating Systems.Chapter 10. Social Behavior at High and Low Elevations: Environmental Release and Phylogenetic Effects in Liolaemus.Chapter 11. Sexual Dimorphism in Body Size and Shape in Relation to Habitat Use Among Species of Caribbean Anolis Lizards. Literature CitedIndex
£79.80
Johns Hopkins University Press Wildlife Contraception
Book SynopsisBooks in the series cover a wide range of topics, including zoo- and aquarium-based field conservation, animal management science, public education, philosophy, and ethics.Trade ReviewPresents a well-organized overview. -- Katarina Jewgenow/Heribert Hofer Animal Welfare 2007 Very well organised, thereby allowing easy reading. -- I. Neubert Mammalian BiologyTable of ContentsForewordPrefaceAcknowledgmentsIntroduction: The Need for Wildlife Contraception: Problems Related to Unrestricted Population GrowthPart I: The IssuesChapter 1. The Ethics of Wildlife ContraceptionChapter 2. Regulatory IssuesPart II: The MethodsChapter 3. Types of Contraception: The ChoicesChapter 4. Assessing Efficacy and ReversibilityChapter 5. Adverse Effects of ContraceptivesChapter 6. Choosing the Most Appropriate Contraceptive Part III: The Application Chapter 7. Contraception in CarnivoresChapter 8. Contraception in Nonhuman PrimatesChapter 9. Contraception in UngulatesChapter 10. Contraception in Pinnipeds and Cetaceans Chapter 11. Contraception in Other MammalsChapter 12. Contraceptive Agents in Aggression Control.Chapter 13. Contraception in Free-Ranging WildlifeEpilogue: Future Directions in Wildlife ContraceptionAppendixContributors Index
£64.50
Johns Hopkins University Press Chimpanzee Politics
Book SynopsisAs we watch the chimpanzees of Arnhem behave in ways we recognize from Machiavelli (and from the nightly news), de Waal reminds us again that the roots of politics are older than humanity.Trade ReviewAn excellent book... Just as fresh and thought-provoking in 2008 as it was in 1983. Laelaps 2008Table of ContentsPreface to the 25th Anniversary EditionIntroduction1. Personalities2. Two Power Takeovers3. Restless Stability4. Sexual Privileges5. Social MechanismsConclusionEpilogueNotesBibliographyAcknowledgmentsIndex
£23.85
Johns Hopkins University Press The Chinese Alligator Ecology Behavior
Book SynopsisIllustrated throughout and featuring the most up-to-date biological information available, this volume is a complete overview of the Chinese alligator, a conservation and cultural icon.Trade ReviewA well-written, well-referenced, thoughtful and sobering work. Highly recommended. Choice 2010Table of ContentsForeword, by George B. SchallerPrefaceAcknowledgmentsAbbreviations1. The Earth Dragon2. The Family of Dragons: Crocodilians of the World and Their Conservation3. The History of Crocodilians in China4. Alligators as Dragons5. A Dragon's Life: Ecology and Behavior of the Chinese Alligator6. The Dragon's Demise: Why the Chinese Alligator Disappeared7. Habitat and Population Status8. The Future of the Alligator in ChinaLiterature CitedIndex
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Taylor & Francis Inc Animal Psychology Its Nature and Its Problems
Book SynopsisOriginally published in 1948, the author follows the idea that the instincts are the spring and basis of all animal behaviour (with the exception perhaps of play), and therewith the core of the animalâs mind, and that individual experience, gathered by the animal in the course of its life, may influence and reconstruct these instincts, so as to guide, in the form of intelligence and understanding, this behaviour along new (i.e. innate) paths. Thus, instinct and experience become the pillars upon which animal behaviour is built up; instinct, intelligence, and understanding form a triad round which the facts of the psychology of animals may be grouped. As a foundation of all this the author first tries to prove the good right of a real and genuine animal psychology, not hampered by objectivistic and behaviouristic scruples, while in a final chapter, by way of conclusion, he tries to give an image of how the world of the animal is built up.Table of ContentsPreface. 1. The Problem of Animal Psychology 2. The Problem of Animal Instinct 3. The Problem of Animal Learning 4. The Problem of Animal Intelligence 5. The Problem of Animal Understanding 6. The Problem of Animal Ideation 7. The Problem of the Animal’s World. Bibliography. Index.
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CABI Publishing Development of Brain and Behaviour in the Chicken
Book SynopsisAs a model organism, the chick has provided valuable insights into broad issues of development in higher animals. The complex interactions between genetic, hormonal and environmental factors which occur in the developing chick provide a potent argument against unitary causal explanations for differences in behaviour. Study of the behaviour of the chick is also relevant to poultry science and the welfare of domesticated birds. This book reviews research on the development of brain and behaviour in the chick and juxtaposes this with similar work on other avian and, to a lesser extent, mammalian species. It begins by outlining the developmental stages of the chick embryo, including the effects of environmental stimulation. Behaviour and the neurochemistry of development and memory formation in the posthatching period are then discussed. The transitions that occur during the first two to three weeks of posthatching life are described, particularly in terms of changing hemispheric dominanceTable of Contents1: Development of brain and behaviour before hatching 2: Development of the central nervous system and activity patterns 3: Hatching 4: Development of the sensory systems 5: Environmental influences on development of the embryo 6: Tactile and vestibular stimulation 7: Auditory stimulation 8: Visual stimulation 9: Other factors that may influence development of the embryo 10: Intersensory stimulation during development 11: Early learning after hatching 12: Filial imprinting 13: Sexual imprinting 14: Fear behaviour 15: Alarm calling 16: Learning to feed 17: Social hierarchies in young chicks 18: Sleep 19: Cycles of Behaviour 20: Brain development after hatching 21: Asymmetrical development of the forebrain hemispheres 22: Cellular and molecular correlates of memory formation 23: Development of the commissures and decussations 24: Maturation of synapses 25: Behavioural transitions in early posthatching life 26: Transitions in general behaviour 27: Transitions in fear behaviour 28: Transitions in behaviours related to feeding 29: Transitions in eye and ear use 30: Summary of the rapid transition phases of development 31: Transitions into adult behaviour 32: Comparison with development in other species 33: Comparison to other avian species 34: Comparison to mammalian species 35: Can a brain be domesticated? 36: Cognitive abilities of birds 37: Issues of animal welfare
£122.62
CABI Publishing Stereotypic Animal Behaviour
Book SynopsisThis 2nd edition is a complete re-write of the 1st edition in 1993. It reflects developments in knowledge since the 1st edition and includes many new chapters and contributors. Concern over the welfare of confined animals is continuing to increase and extends not only to farm and zoo animals, but also to laboratory and companion animals. This book focuses on environmentally induced stereotypes, rather than drug induced or neurologically based stereotypes and discusses why captive animals perform these stereotypes. It also examines what this behaviour can tell us about animal welfare, options for prevention and cure and assesses future research directions and implications for animal welfare.Table of ContentsI: Introduction: A decade-or-more’s more progress in understanding stereotypies, J Rushen and G Mason Part 1: Normal Animal, Abnormal Environment? 1: Stereotypic oral behaviour in captive unguates: Foraging, diet and gastro-intestinal function, R Bergeron, A Badnell-Waters, Equine Consultancy Services, UK, S Lambton, University of Bristol, UK, and G Mason 2: Locomotory stereotypies in carnivores: does pacing stem from hunting, ranging or frustrated escape? R Clubb, Care for the Wild International, UK, and S Vickery, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, UK 3: The motivational basis of caged rodents’ stereotypies, H Würbel, Justus-Liebig-Universitat Giessen, Germany Part 2: Stereotypies as Pathologies 4: Perseveration and Stereotypy – Systems-Level Insights from Clinical Psychology, J Garner, Purdue University, USA 5: Social deprivation and social separation: Developmental insights from primatology, M A Novak, J S Meyer, University of Massachusetts, USA, C Lutz and S Tiefenbacher, New England Primate Research Center, USA 6: The Neurobiology of Stereotypy I: Environmental Complexity, M H Lewis, M F Presti, University of Florida, USA, J B Lewis, New College of Florida, USA, and C A Turner, University of Michigan, USA 7: The Neurophysiology of Stereotypy II - The Role of Stress, S Cabib, Universita "La Sapienza", Italy Part 3: Treating Stereotypies 8: Environmental enrichment as a strategy for mitigating stereotypies in zoo animals: a literature review and meta-analysis, R Swaisgood, Center for Reproduction of Endangered Species, San Diego, USA, and D Shepherdson, Oregon Zoo, USA 9: Veterinary and pharmacological approaches to abnormal repetitive behaviour , D Mills, University of Lincoln, UK, and A Luescher, Purdue University, USA Part 4: In Conclusion 10: Stereotypies in captive animals: Fundamentals and implications for animal welfare, G Mason
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CABI Publishing Behaviour of Cattle
Book SynopsisIn recent years there has been an increasing interest in the topic of farm animal behaviour. This is partly an academic interest on the part of behavioural and animal scientists, but also stems from the more applied aspects of the subject as it relates to animal welfare. It is also now better appreciated that behaviour and welfare of animals have a significant impact on health and production. This book provides a thorough review of our knowledge of cattle behaviour and how this can contribute to improve the care, management and well-being of cattle. Examples are drawn from around the world, and while there is some emphasis on dairy cattle, mention is made of beef, dual-purpose or draught cattle where appropriate. All of the key topics such as social, reproductive and feeding behaviour are covered with thorough reviews of the research literature. The book represents a valuable work for advanced students and research workers in animal, dairy and veterinary sciences, as well as zoologistsTable of Contents1: Origin, evolutionary history and domestication of cattle 2: Maintenance behaviour 3: Social behaviour 4: Reproductive behaviour 5: Feeding behaviour 6: Maternal and calf behaviour and management 7: Behavioural responses to management systems 8: Human-cattle interactions 9: Training of cattle 10: Behavioural problems and solutions
£122.62
CABI Publishing Social Behaviour in Farm Animals
Book SynopsisAn understanding of social behaviour is increasingly necessary in farm animal husbandry as more animals are housed in groups rather than in individual stalls or pens. There may be economic or welfare reasons for such housing. This book is the first to specifically address this important subject. The chapters fall into three broad subject areas: concepts in social behaviour; species specific chapters; current issues. Authors include leading experts from Europe, North America, Australia and New Zealand.- Animal welfare/behaviour issues are becoming increasingly important- Combines theoretical and practical details about the social behaviour of our most common farm species- Written by leading experts from around the worldTable of Contents1: Introduction Part I: Concepts in social behaviour 2: Living in groups: An evolutionary perspective, M Mendl and S Held, Department of Clinical Veterinary Science, University of Bristol 3: Group life, C Lindberg, Department of Clinical Veterinary Science, University of Bristol 4: Parent behaviour, P Jensen, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences 5: The evolution and domestication of social behaviour, W R Stricklin, Department of Animal & Avian Sciences, University of Maryland Part II: The social behaviour of domestic species 6: The social behaviour of cattle, M F Bouissou, INRA, Nouzilly, France, et al 7: The social behaviour of pigs, H W Gonyou, Prairie Swine Centre, Saskatchewan, Canada 8: Social behaviour of domestic birds, J Mench, Department of Animal Science, University of California and L Keeling 9: The social behaviour of sheep, A Fisher and L Matthews, AgResearch, Ruakura Agricultural Research Centre, Hamilton, New Zealand 10: The social behaviour of horses, N Waran, Institute of Ecology & Resource Management, University of Edinburgh 11: Social behaviour of fish, E Brännäs, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Umea Part III: Contemporary topics in social behaviour 12: Breaking social bonds, R Newberry Washington State University and J Swanson, Kansas State University, USA 13: Individual differences and personality, H Erhard, Macaulay Land Use Research Institute, Aberdeen and W Schouten, Wageningen University, The Netherlands 14: People as social actors in the world of farm animals, J Rushen, Agricultural & Agri-Food Canada, Lennoxville, Canada, et al 15: Social cognition of farm animals, S Millman, Humane Society of the US, Washington DC and I Duncan, Department of Animal & Poultry Science, University of Guelph, Canada
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CABI Publishing Encyclopedia of Applied Animal Behaviour and
Book SynopsisWelfare research has established a range of scientific indicators of stress, welfare and suffering in animals that can be applied to all aspects of improving their welfare through good housing and management, and the topic continues to grow in importance among both professionals and the public.The practical focus of this authoritative, comprehensive encyclopedia aims to promote the understanding and improvement of animals' behaviour without compromising welfare. Under the editorial direction of Professor Daniel Mills, the UK's first specialist in veterinary behavioural medicine, over 180 international experts have contributed a wealth of fully cross-referenced entries from concise definitions to detailed short essays on biological, practical, clinical and ethical aspects of behaviour and welfare in domestic, exotic, companion and zoo animals.Table of Contents1: Abandoned Animals 2: Breeding 3: Central Nervous System 4: Confinement 5: Dominance 6: Environment 7: Feeding 8: Grazing Behaviour 9: Hierarchy 10: Immune Systems 11: Laying Hen Housing 12: Maternal Behaviour 13: Nursing 14: Operant Tests 15: Parental Behaviour 16: Rearing Environment 17: Sexual Behaviour 18: Slaughter 19: Transport 20: Ultrasound 21: Vision 22: Wildlife Management 23: Zoo
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John Wiley & Sons Children and Other Wild Animals
Book SynopsisBestselling novelist Brian Doyle describes encounters with astounding beings of every sort and shape. In these short vignettes, Doyle explores the seethe of life on this startling planet, the astonishing variety of our riveting companions, and the joys available to us when we pause, see, savor, and celebrate the small things that are not small in the least.
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Cambridge University Press The Little Owl
Book SynopsisExtensively updated and illustrated second edition that features drawings of all Little Owl subspecies, embryonic development, nestling development, feather growth and moult, including concrete management suggestions. Whilst being an invaluable resource for academic researchers, its open style holds undoubted appeal for amateurs and enthusiasts.Table of Contents1. Introduction – Framework; 2. History and traditions; 3. Fossil evidence, taxonomy and genetics; 4. Morphology and body characteristics; 5. Distribution, population estimates and trends; 6. Habitat; 7. Diet; 8. Breeding season; 9. Behavior; 10. Population regulation; 11. Management and conservation; 12. Research priorities; Appendix A – List of prey; Glossary; References; Index.
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Taylor & Francis Jackals Golden Wolves and Honey Badgers
Book SynopsisThis book explores the fascinating and complex lives of the honey badger, the African jackals (black-backed and side-striped), African golden wolves, and Eurasian golden jackals. In recent years, interest in these creatures has grown exponentially, through wildlife documentaries and media clips showing the aggressive, fearless, and tenacious behaviour of the honey badger, with jackals often presented in a supporting role. Written by renowned journalist and educator Keith Somerville, this accessible volume includes historical narratives, folklore, and contemporary accounts of humanâwildlife relationships and conflicts. It traces the evolution of the species; their foraging and diet; the development of their relationships with humans; and their commensal, kleptocratic, and symbiotic relationships with other carnivores, raptors and birds. It also charts the recent expansion in European jackal numbers and ranges, now including as far west as the Netherlands and as far north as Fi
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CRC Press The Veterinary General Practice Casebook
Book SynopsisA harmless-looking papilloma on Monday morning, a fitting Bulldog on Wednesday afternoon, a pyometra last thing on Friday â The Veterinary General Practice Casebook echoes life at the coalface of companion animal practice. Organised into âclinicsâ, each chapter feels like a day in the life of a busy general practitioner, where emergencies are juggled with routine consultations and every so often something unexpected pops up.Ideal for senior veterinary students, new graduates, those returning to practice, and those seeking a general practice workout, this book presents cases as they appear in real life, often messier and less complete than textbook descriptions. The clinical content is complemented by topics on wellbeing and professional practice, as well as recipes for simple and nutritious meals to feed veterinary body and soul.This book makes a persuasive argument for general practice as a speciality in its own right and celebrates the role of general practice veterinarians and their vital contribution to animal health and welfare in the community.
£61.74
CRC Press Small Animal Anesthesia and Pain Management
Book SynopsisIn this thoroughly updated and much expanded third edition, this book provides comprehensive coverage of the world of veterinary anesthesia and pain management. Opening with a detailed exploration of inhalant anesthetic equipment and its essential accessories, emphasizing the crucial role of preoperative blood work and its interpretations, coverage continues with a systematic introduction to clinical anesthetic practice, encompassing premedication drugs and dosages, intravenous induction options, and concluding in a discussion of modern inhalant anesthetics. These chapters shine a spotlight on a newly approved drug, showcasing the practical application of Zenalpha (medetomidine and vatinoxan) for a range of sedative and anesthetic combinations in dogs and cats. Updated chapters also cover a wide range of scenarios and procedures, including: Injectable and sedative combinations. Monitoring anesthetic depth and antinociception, utilizing EEG (electroenceph
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Taylor & Francis The Routledge Handbook of Animal Ethics
Book SynopsisThere isnât one conversation about animal ethics. Instead, there are several important ones that are scattered across many disciplines.This volume both surveys the field of animal ethics and draws professional philosophers, graduate students, and undergraduates more deeply into the discussions that are happening outside of philosophy departments. To that end, the volume contains more nonphilosophers than philosophers, explicitly inviting scholars from other fieldsâsuch as animal science, ecology, economics, psychology, law, environmental science, and applied biology, among othersâto bring their own disciplinary resources to bear on matters that affect animals. The Routledge Handbook of Animal Ethics is composed of 44 chapters, all appearing in print here for the first time, and organized into the following six sections:I. Thinking About AnimalsII. Animal Agriculture and HuntingIII. Animal Research and Genetic EngineeringTrade Review"A wonderful collection of well-informed and diverse perspectives on some of the most interesting and important topics in contemporary animal ethics. Highly recommended."Ben Bramble, University of LiverpoolTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. Psychological Mechanisms Involved in Human– Animal Interactions: How Do Humans Cognize About Animals 2. Understanding the Moral Implications of Morgan’s Canon 3. Animal Intelligence 4. The Emotional Lives of Animals 5. Animal Self-Awareness: Types, Distribution, and Ethical Significance 6. The Moral Animal 7. Quantifying Animal Well-Being and Overcoming the Challenge of Interspecies Comparisons 8. Cost-Effectiveness in Animal Health: An Ethical Analysis 9. The Origins of Factory Farming in the United States: An Overview 10. The Economics of Intensive Animal Agriculture 11. Animal Welfare—Is Intensification the Problem? 12. Intensive Animal Agriculture and the Environment 13. Intensive Animal Agriculture and Human Health 14. Seafood Ethics: Reconciling Human Well-being with Fish Welfare 15. Small-Scale Animal Agriculture 16. Subsistence Hunting 17. Institutionalized Ethical Assessments of Animal Experiments 18. Animal Models: Problems and Prospects 19. Applied Ethics in Animal Experimentation 20. Genetic Engineering of Nonhuman Animals 21. Building Ethical De-extinction Programs: Considerations of Animal Welfare in Genetic Rescue 22. Pets 23. The Ethics of Domestication 24. The Ethics of Keeping Pets 25. The Ethics of Companion Animal Euthanasia 26. Links Between Violence Against Humans and Nonhuman Animals: Examining the Role of Adverse Family Environments 27. Zoos and Aquariums Committing to Integrated Species Conservation 28. The Educational Value of Zoos: An Empirical Perspective 29. Moral Arguments Against Zoos 30. Defensible Zoos and Aquariums 31. Killing for Conservation: Ethical Considerations for Controlling Wild Animals 32. Ethical Dimensions of Invasive Animal Management 33. Property, Regulation, and Endangered Species Conservation 34. The Laissez-Faire View: Why We’re Not Normally Required to Assist Wild Animals 35. Welfare Biology 36. Wild Animals as Political Subjects 37. The History of Animal Activism: Intersectional Advocacy and the American Humane Movement 38. The Political and Cultural Sociology of Animal Advocacy 39. Beyond Compare: Intersectionality and Interspecieism for Co-liberation With Other Animals 40. Political Lobbying for Animals 41. Effective Animal Advocacy 42. Cultured Meat: A New Story for the Future of Food 43. Veganism, (Almost) Harm-Free Animal Flesh, and Nonmaleficence: Navigating Dietary Ethics in an Unjust World 44. Animal Sanctuaries
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Taylor & Francis Principles of Behavior
Book SynopsisKnown for both its narrative style and scientific rigor, Principles of Behavior is the premier introduction to behavior analysis. Through an exploration of experimental, applied, and theoretical concepts, the author summarizes the key conversations in the field, bringing the content to life using humorous and engaging language. The textâs tried-and-true pedagogy makes the content as clear as possible without oversimplifying the concepts. Key features of this book include: Study objectives, key terms, and review questions that encourage students to check their understanding before moving on. Real-world examples and case studies illustrating key concepts and principles. New enrichment sections, demonstrating the way in which the principles of behavior can help us make sense of our everyday lives. This is an essential resource for both introductory and intermediate courses in behavior analysis. It is carefully tailored to the length of a standard academic semester and how behavior analysis courses are taught, with each section corresponding to a weekâs worth of coursework. The text can also function as the first step in a studentâs journey into becoming a professional behavior analyst at the BA, MA, or PhD/EdD level. Each chapter of the text is integrated with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) task list, serving as an excellent primer to many of the BACB tasks.
£243.00
Taylor & Francis The Origins of Consciousness
Book SynopsisThe Origins of Consciousness challenges the dominant view that consciousness is an emergent property of the complex human brain.Based on his pioneering research on a variety of organisms, Vallortigara argues that the most basic forms of mental life do not require large brains, and that the neurological surplus observed in some animals such as humans is likely at the service of memory storage, not of the processes of thought or, even less, of consciousness. The book argues for a simple neural mechanism that can provide the crucial event that brings into effect the minimum condition for subjective experience. Implications of the hypothesis for the appearance of consciousness in different organisms are discussed, as well as links with a variety of fascinating human phenomena such as disorders of consciousness, tickling and visual illusions.Challenging widely accepted theories of consciousness, the book is a must-read for students and researchers of human and animal
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Cambridge University Press Ecology Evolution and Behaviour of Wild Cattle
Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated reference work on the biology, ecology, conservation status and management of all thirteen species of wild cattle and buffalo. This book will be a valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals in animal behaviour, behavioural ecology, evolutionary biology and conservation biology.Trade Review'All of us are familiar with domestic cattle, buffalo, bison, and yaks, but the other species of wild cattle are mostly known only to people who live near them in Asia. This book brings all of them to life by telling us everything known about each of these species from Anoas to Tamaraws. The species accounts are comprehensive and exhaustive, making this a one-stop source for each of the recognized species of wild cattle and relatives. The remainder of the volume is a treasure trove of information about every aspect of the biology of this important group, providing a critical information base for future conservation actions. With most of the wild forms now listed as threatened or endangered to some extent, the information provided here will become ever more critical in helping to ensure their continued existence.' Don E. Wilson, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution'Wild cattle are rarely ranked as conservation priority, their 'familiar' appearance perhaps lacking the thrill of the wilderness. We've failed to appreciate the important ecological functions of these magnificent animals in their natural environment and have allowed their domesticated surrogates to spread all over the world. Instead, wild cattle are fierce animals, magnificent elements of some of the most threatened natural habitats on earth. This landmark book presents, compellingly, that all twelve extant species of wild cattle deserve immediate conservation attention and renewed efforts to build up their wild populations. Melletti and Burton have done a fantastic job at bringing together the best experts on these species and summarizing the key facts of the species' biology and conservation status. The irreversible loss of the now extinct auroch warns us against any further extinction and this book provides all information needed to protect wild cattle from further human impacts.' Luigi Boitani, University of Rome 'La Sapienza', Italy'I welcome this publication as a much-needed resource which, for the first time, will provide fundamental information for all thirteen species of wild cattle and help to guide targeted conservation action. I feel greatly encouraged that this book represents the determination, skills and dedication of international experts who have contributed their invaluable knowledge and research to enable it to be written. As with so many of the world's species faced with threats to their long-term existence, the future of the surviving twelve wild cattle species will depend on reconciling the needs of people and nature in order to find pragmatic solutions that balance human population growth and expansion with the needs of wildlife and ecosystems. I congratulate the editors and authors for producing a magnificent and definitive piece of work which will surely be the 'Bible' for wild cattle for many years to come.' Simon Stuart, Chair of the IUCN Species Survival CommissionTable of ContentsDedication; List of contributors; Foreword Simon Stuart; Acknowledgements; Introduction Mario Melletti and James Burton; Part I. Systematic, Ecology and Domestication: 1. Systematic and evolution of Bovini Alexandre Hassanin; 2. Bovini as keystone species and landscape architects Herbert H. T. Prins and Herman van Oeveren; 3. Domestic cattle and buffaloes Johannes A. Lenstra, Marleen Felius and Bert Theunissen; Part II. Evolution, Anatomy and Function: 4. The evolution and skeletal anatomy of wild cattle (Bovini) Kris Kovarovic and Robert S. Scott; 5. Bovine mammary anatomy and function R. Michael Akers, Anthony V. Capuco and Stephen C. Nickerson; 6. The digestive system of ruminants, and peculiarities of (wild) cattle Marcus Clauss and Reinhold R. Hofmann; 7. Anatomy and evolution of teeth James Heywood; 8. Evolution, development, and functional role of horns in cattle Edward Byrd Davis, Katherine A. Brakora and Kelsey Tull Stilson; Part III. Species Accounts: 9. American bison (Bison bison Linnaeus, 1758) Glenn E. Plumb, P. J. White and Keith Aune; 10. European bison (Bison bonasus Linnaeus, 1758) Małgorzata Krasińska, Zbigniew A. Krasiński, Kajetan Perzanowski and Wanda Olech; 11. Gaur (Bos gaurus C. H. Smith, 1827) Farshid S. Ahrestani and K. Ullas Karanth; 12. Wild Yak (Bos mutus Przewalski, 1883) Jianlin Han; 13. Banteng (Bos javanicus) Penny C. Gardner, Satyawan Pudyatmoko, Naris Bhumpakphan, Marnoch Yindee, Datuk Laurentius N. Ambu and Benoit Goossens; 14. Kouprey (Bos sauveli A. Urbain, 1937) Mario Melletti, Alexandre Hassanin and Marzia Mirabile; 15. Aurochs (Bos primigenius Bojanus, 1827) T. van Vuure; 16. Wild water buffalo (Bubalus arnee Kerr, 1792 (=Bubalus bubalis Linn)) Anwaruddin Choudhury and J. Stuart F. Barker; 17. Anoas (Bubalus depressicornis, C. H. Smith, 1827; Bubalus quarlesi, Ouwens, 1910) Philip M. Wheeler, Abdul Haris Mustari and James Burton; 18. Tamaraw (Bubalus mindorensis Heude, 1888) Merben R. Cebrian, Rodel M. Boyles, Josefina L. de Leon and James Burton; 19. Saola (Pseudoryx nghetinhensis Vu Van Dung et al., 1993) William Robichaud, Barney Long, Luong Viet Hung, Van Ngoc Thinh and Le Ngoc Tuan; 20. African buffalo (Syncerus caffer Sparrman, 1779) Daniel Cornélis, Mario Melletti, Lisa Korte, Sadie J. Ryan, Marzia Mirabile, Thomas Prin and Herbert H. T. Prins; Part IV. Conservation and Management: 21. What is a wild bison? A case study of plains bison conservation in Canada C. Cormack Gates; 22. The case study: the restitution of the wisent bison bonasus to the Carpathians Kajetan Perzanowski and Wanda Olech; 23. Capture and translocation of gaur (Bos gaurus gaurus) in India Parag Nigam, Sankar Kalyansundaram, Dave Cooper, Les Carlisle and Harbhajan Singh Pabla; 24. Status and management of the endangered wild water buffalo (Bubalus arnee) in the Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, Nepal Ram Chandra Kandel, J. Stuart F. Barker and Mario Melletti; 25. Genetic structure of the African buffalo (Syncerus caffer) at continental and population scales: an evolutionary and conservation approach Nathalie Smitz, Daniel Cornélis, Philippe Chardonnet, Ettore Randi and Johan Michaux; 26. Livestock and buffalo (Syncerus caffer) interfaces in Africa: ecology of disease transmission and implications for conservation and development Richard Kock, Michael Kock, Michel de Garine-Wichatitsky, Philippe Chardonnet and Alexandre Caron; 27. Ex situ conservation of wild cattle: roles, status, management successes and challenges Daniel C. de Man; References; Index.
£139.65
Cambridge University Press Barn Owls
Book SynopsisWith heart-shaped face, buff back and wings, and pure white underparts, the barn owl is a distinctive and much-loved bird which has fascinated people from many cultures throughout history. How did the barn owl colonise the world? What adaptations have made this bird so successful? How is the increasing impact of human disturbance affecting these animals? Answering these questions and more, Roulin brings together the main global perspectives on the evolution, ecology and behaviour of the barn owl and its relatives, discussing topics such as the high reproductive potential, physiology, social and family interaction, pronounced colour variation and global distribution. Accessible and beautifully illustrated, this definitive volume on the barn owl is for researchers, professionals and graduate students in ornithology, animal behaviour, ecology, conservation biology and evolutionary biology, and will also appeal to amateur ornithologists and nature lovers.Trade Review'The ultimate compendium of all things about barn owls. This beautifully illustrated book will appeal to researchers, students and amateurs alike by providing a comprehensive account of the behavior and life history traits of this much beloved animal.' Jan-Åke Nilsson, Lunds universitet, Sweden'[This book] refreshingly presents the biology of the barn owl and its relatives within the framework and context of today's world, and not simply within the original natural environment that is currently vanishing or, more commonly, already lost. Roulin forthrightly describes the challenges that barn owls meet, points out conservation measures to ensure their existence, and explores the potential value of barn owls in biological pest control and peace among warring countries. Ethical dilemmas and responsibilities of doing ecological research on wild animals are also skilfully and seamlessly integrated into this insightful and thought-provoking book.' Dominique G. Homberger, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge'Barn owls are everywhere, a ubiquity that might lead people to take them for granted. That would be a mistake. In this beautifully illustrated and wide-ranging book, Alexandre Roulin uncovers the extraordinary abilities of this cosmopolitan bird. Meticulously researched, this book is filled with information from the latest studies on every aspect of barn owl biology, tied together with entertaining prose that underscores both how much and how little we understand about the owls that are all around us.' Marlène Zuk, University of Minnesota'… this is a thoroughly enjoyable and comprehensive introduction to the Barn Owl. It is one of a number of books on the Barn Owl but it will be the first one I turn to in future when seeking information about this bird's lifestyle and ecology.' Ian Carter, British Birds'Written from his own research work and 3,600 papers on barn owls and their close relatives, there are many new facts here for you to absorb. An easy layout allows you to find the facts on a bird that is never out of danger due to the sheer amount of poison used in this country and around the world to remove rodents from our domestic and industrial world. But this is also a bird that has brought some form of peace and understanding in the Middle East, and shown us the way forward as to how to rid the poison from our lives! The book is full of excellent photos and artwork and needs a place on your bookshelf.' John Miles, Bird Watching'… [Alexandre Roulin] examines what has made these owls so successful and discusses aspects of their biology, including morphology and physiology, natural history, behavior, conservation, and evolution of their plumage patterns. Barn owls have some unusual characteristics that make them attractive model organisms for research: acute hearing, ability to fly almost silently, high reproductive potential, asynchronous hatching of chicks coupled with peaceful sibling interactions, plumage variability, and high population fluctuations. This volume is profusely illustrated and includes reproductions of paintings and drawings, photographic images, and charts. A 'Further Reading' section at the end of each division includes references to scholarly literature. Written in a less formal style than is typical of academic works without sacrificing the scholarly focus, this book will appeal to all readers and is essential for academic libraries supporting biology programs.' C. E. Buckley, Choice'This new book about [Barn Owls] and their relatives (Grass, Masked and Sooty Owls) brings together information from thousands of research papers … it is not a heavy textbook but reads like a novel. The text is interspersed with beautiful drawings, paintings and photographs. The author … has published over 240 research papers, the majority on Barn Owls. In this book, he covers all aspects of their biology and ecology, with substantial references for further reading and gives suggestions for future research at the end of each chapter … It is also particularly interesting that the book doesn't just have a small focus on Barn Owls in one country but covers the species' entire, extensive range due mainly to the author's passion and experiences. This beautifully presented book is for anyone with an interest in Barn Owls, not just for those involved in research. It is a worthy addition to the bookcase.' Hayley Anne Douglas, Scottish Birds'This monograph is very current and in my opinion the best of the many … works so far on the barn owl.' translated from Der Falke'… presents a beautifully designed, fascinating book about the world of barn owls … I can recommend this book to scientists as well as hobby ornithologists and people interested in nature. There is sure to be something exciting, new or amazing for everyone to discover.' Bettina Almasi, Ornithological ObserverTable of Contents1. Introduction; 2. Conservation; 3. Parasites and predators; 4. Physiology in an ecological context; 5. Morphology in an ecological context; 6. Foraging; 7. Sexual behaviour; 8. Reproduction; 9. Parental care; 10. Sibling interactions; 11. Demography; 12. Plumage coloration.
£47.49
Cambridge University Press The Boreal Owl
Book SynopsisSynthesising long-term studies of Boreal Owls, this book explores hunting modes, habitats and foods, prey interactions, reproduction and parental care, dispersal, survival and mortality, population regulation and conservation in boreal forests. It examines the effect of modern forestry practices in the context of sustaining viable Boreal Owl populations.Trade Review'Behavioral and population ecologists will find much value in this highly accessible book. Recommended.' R. L. Smith, Choice'Most texts on owls are descriptive, and so this one is unusual in having so much scientific research on a single species … the content is interesting … deserves to be found in libraries.' Professor Jim Lynch OBE FSB, The Biologist'One of the most valuable aspects of the book is the integration of 40 years of research that encompasses many different research questions focussed on a single species … clearly took tremendous effort and dedication; few other studies will match this one in extent and duration.' Ecology'This sumptuous book, written by the world's foremost Boreal Owl experts and chock full of interesting information … is literally 'worth its weight in gold' … It is highly recommended for every university library and for every keen owl student throughout the world.' C. Stuart Houston, The Canadian Field-NaturalistTable of ContentsPreface; Acknowledgements; 1. Introduction; 2. Boreal (or Tengmalm's) Owls: briefly; 3. Study areas and research methods; 4. Habitat use, roosts and nest sites; 5. Interactions with prey animals; 6. Life-history; 7. Mating and parental care; 8. Reproduction; 9. Dispersal and autumn movements; 10. Survival and mortality under temporally varying food conditions; 11. Old forests increase survival and lifetime reproductive success; 12. Family planning under fluctuating food conditions; 13. Population dynamics; 14. Population regulation; 15. Conservation of Boreal Owl populations; References; Index.
£50.99
Cambridge University Press Chimpanzee
Book SynopsisThe chimpanzee is one of our planet''s best-loved and most instantly recognisable animals. Splitting from the human lineage between four and six million years ago, it is (along with its cousin, the bonobo) our closest living relative, sharing around 94% of our DNA. First encountered by Westerners in the seventeenth century, virtually nothing was known about chimpanzees in their natural environment until 1960, when Jane Goodall travelled to Gombe to live and work with them. Accessibly written, yet fully referenced and uncompromising in its accuracy and comprehensiveness, this book encapsulates everything we currently know about chimpanzees: from their discovery and why we study them, to their anatomy, physiology, genetics and culture. The text is beautifully illustrated and infused with examples and anecdotes drawn from the author''s thirty years of primate observation, making this a perfect resource for students of biological anthropology and primatology as well as non-specialists inteTrade Review'Chimpanzee: Lessons from our Sister Species condenses over 60 years of chimpanzee research into an informative and entertaining book. Drawing on his own first-hand experience, the research of other scientists and historic accounts, Kevin Hunt describes the fascinating lives of chimpanzees in the wild, as well as the research methods used by leading experts in the field. If you want to know just how alike we truly are to our closest living relatives then you will get a very good idea from reading this book.' Jane Goodall, PhD, DBE, Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace'Ever since the seventeenth century, writers have suspected that apes have a story to tell about human life and our pre-historic origins. Year by year the details of that story are being worked out better and better. Chimpanzee is a terrific account from the leading edge.' Richard Wrangham, Ruth Moore Research Professor of Biological Anthropology, Department of Human Evolutionary Biology, Harvard University, Massachusetts, from the Foreword'Hunt skillfully weaves anecdotes and history into this scientific compendium of the behavioral ecology, biology, and evolution of chimpanzees. The book is generously illustrated, and each chapter includes extensive references. It is written in an accessible, conversational style that could only be achieved by someone with Hunt's first-hand experiences in the field and encyclopedic perspective. It will make a valuable reference for anyone interested in what is known and not yet known about one of our closest living relatives.' Karen B. Strier, Vilas Research Professor and Irven DeVore Professor, Department of Anthropology, University of Wisconsin-Madison'An exceptional book that delivers on every promise in its table of contents. Grounded in Hunt's 30+ years of chimpanzee field work and his commanding knowledge of others' research, he gives us a state-of-the-art research volume that will become an essential reference for primatologists, and anyone who wants to understand the true nature of our sister species. Hunt's writing is lucid, scholarly and wide-ranging as he carefully explains chimpanzee evolution, biology, social behavior, and so much more. Hunt skillfully embeds his own field observations to help readers grasp concepts like chimpanzee positional behavior, personality, maternal behavior, cognition and communication, hunting and aggression. He balances this perspective with a wealth of laboratory and captive findings. The extensive references for each chapter provide an outstanding resource for students, teachers and readers who choose to delve further. The volume is generously illustrated with photos, line drawings and abundant figures that enrich the text.' Linda F. Marchant, Professor Emerita, Miami University'The volume provides a synthesis of classic and current literature, which will help readers learn what experts think now and where their ideas came from.' L. K. Sheeran, Choice'This volume provides an exceptionally broad yet wonderfully detailed view of our sister species. It would be useful in a course on human evolution or primate behavior and ecology, and would benefit anyone interested in learning more about chimpanzees … Given the range of topics and depth of scholarship, even seasoned chimpanzee researchers will profit from reading this book.' Michael L. Wilson, The Quarterly Review of Biology'… the most impressive and comprehensive volume on the chimpanzee … since Jane Goodall … [it] belongs on the bookshelf of every 'chimpologist', or, arguably, every primatologist.' William C. McGrew, PrimatesTable of Contents1. Sister's keeper: humans and chimpanzees; 2. Wild lesson: why study animals in nature?; 3. A most surprising creature: the discovery of the chimpanzee; 4. Kin: the chimpanzee's place in nature; 5. Scratching out a living in an unforgiving world: habitat and diet; 6. Guts, glorious guts, large stomach and colon; 7. Thews, sinews and bone: chimpanzee anatomy and osteology; 8. Arboreal gathering, terrestrial traveling: locomotion and posture; 9. Forged in nature's cauldron: engineering the chimpanzee; 10. Up from the protoape: the evolution of the chimpanzee; 11. Building a natural wonder: growth, development and life history; 12. The source of similarity: chimpanzee genetics; 13. Making your way in the great wild world: chimpanzee senses; 14. The grim reaper in the forest primeval: wild chimpanzee diseases and lessons for healthy living; 15. Powering life: physiology and endocrinology; 16. Shelter from the storm: chimpanzee mothering; 17. Meat seeking missiles: chimpanzees as hunters; 18. The mind of the chimpanzee: reasoning, memory and emotion; 19. The brain of the chimpanzee: the mind's motor; 20. Tired nature's sweet restorer: chimpanzee sleep; 21. Chimpanzee thought transfer: communication and language; 22. Ape implements: making and using tools; 23. Wisdom of the ages: chimpanzee culture; 24. The daily grind: within-group aggression; 25. A nation at war with itself: defending a community of the mind; 26. The sporting chimpanzee: dominance without destruction; 27. The passion of Pan: sex and reproduction; 28. Into the light: Semliki chimpanzees; 29. The other sister, bonobos: the monkey convergence hypothesis; 30. Sister species: lessons from the chimpanzee; Appendix 1. Primate taxonomy; Appendix 2. Professional grade chimpanzee; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Comparative Cognition
Book SynopsisIntegrating developments from psychology, ethology and neuroscience, this is an undergraduate introduction to cognitive processes across species. The authors merge classic studies and contemporary research to give students a full picture of the evolving field of comparative cognition. Engaging students in the discipline from its roots in animal learning and evolutionary biology through to current research, the chapters cover both controlled laboratory and comparative cross-species studies in the natural environment. This approach provides students with complementary ethological and neurobiological perspectives on cognition. Feature boxes encourage active and engaged learning, giving a deeper understanding of topics discussed in the main text. These are supported by end-of-chapter questions to check understanding and encourage wider thinking around topics. Online resources include solutions to questions in the book, advanced material, PowerPoint lecture slides and additional questions, Trade Review'Comparative Cognition provides a clear and comprehensive review and an engaging synthesis of the key topics in this rapidly developing field. Like the other classic textbooks on animal cognition this book integrates knowledge of experimental psychology and evolutionary biology, reflecting the roots of this discipline in comparative psychology and ethology. It also contains a number of novel features, with its enhanced emphasis on both evolutionary function and the underlying neural mechanisms. These include feature boxes that describe key concepts in more detail, and researcher profiles that capture the contribution of some of the major figureheads in the field. A particular highlight is the series of questions at the end of each chapter, which encourage students to think more deeply about the issues raised, and to design experiments to test the competing hypotheses.' Nicola S. Clayton, University of Cambridge''What is it like to be a bat?' Thomas Nagel once posed this question as a thought experiment and in doing so neatly illustrated the fact that we will never be able to experience the world from another animal's perspective. Despite the daunting task, however, Comparative Cognition attempts to do just that. The authors bring decades of research and teaching experience in compiling this valuable volume. The book contains 13 chapters and covers the breadth of comparative cognition in an introductory format that is likely to suit third-year undergraduate university students. Each chapter has a chapter plan, summary points, and ends with a series of discussion topics and further reading. Key terms are highlighted in bold, and defined in a glossary at the end of the volume to help with tricky terminology that is typical of a multidisciplinary field. Learning and teaching is further enhanced with an online tool set including PowerPoint slides … It is perhaps the first textbook that assimilates knowledge from the rapidly developing, cross-disciplinary field of comparative cognition. As such it will be a valuable addition to bookshelf of both undergraduates and lecturers.' Culum Brown, The Quarterly Review of BiologyTable of ContentsPreface; 1. History of comparative cognition; 2. Sensory systems; 3. Memory; 4. Associative processes; 5. Orientation and navigation; 6. Timing and number; 7. Decision making; 8. Causality and tool use; 9. Categorization and concept formation; 10. Social competence; 11. Prosocial behavior; 12. Communication; 13. Learning from others; References; Figure credits; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Studying Primates
Book SynopsisPrimatology draws on theory and methods from diverse fields, including anatomy, anthropology, biology, ecology, medicine, psychology, veterinary sciences and zoology. The more than 500 species of primate range from tiny mouse lemurs to huge gorillas, and primatologists collect data in a variety of environments including in the field, research facilities, museums, sanctuaries, zoos, and from the literature. The variability in research interests, study animals and research sites means that there are no standard protocols for how to study primates. Nevertheless, asking good questions and designing appropriate studies to answer them are vital to produce high quality science. This accessible guide for graduate students and post-doctoral researchers explains how to develop a research question, formulate testable hypotheses and predictions, design and conduct a project and report the results. The focus is on research integrity and ethics throughout, and the book provides practical advice on oTrade Review'In this invaluable book, Professor Joanna M. Setchell presents an exceptionally comprehensive and highly accessible guide to the study of primates. The text offers a detailed description of every aspect of the planning, execution and presentation of a primatological research study. In addition to scientific guidance and coverage of key conceptual ideas, crucial practical advice about the realities and challenges of research are provided. Furthermore, Setchell explores a range of issues that are so critical to consider fully in modern science, among them cultural sensitivity, ethics, research integrity and inclusivity. To my mind, this is an essential text for any student of primatology; it will be top of the reading list for every course I teach in this area.' Stuart Semple, University of Roehampton'A landmark book covering everything a modern primatologist needs to know, including research design and execution, ethics, field methods, conservation politics, and writing up for journals and the public. It is a complete encyclopedia describing the modern complexities of studying our closest relatives. The book advises how to negotiate and deal with political and ethical issues from village to university. In addition, it links basic research with conservation agendas in a unified and mutually reinforcing way. The final chapter gives convincing arguments for why primatology is relevant, even essential to understanding modern-day life and science. At long last a volume that will give students and professors a road map of solutions to real world problems of conducting research. Thorough, rigorous and compelling, this is a must-read for all primatology graduate students and seasoned scientists. I recommend it all to anthropologists, primatologists, biologists, and environmental and social scientists working in field research.' Patricia C. Wright, State University of New York, Stony Brook'This book is timely, highly needed and very welcome. It introduces basic principles and rules of scientific inquiry - from devising research questions to preparing research results for publication, always considering ethical issues - and tackles these issues from a taxon-specific, namely primatological perspective. This approach makes the book much more accessible for students at all levels of training and for young scientists than more general and abstract introductions to scientific practice. Throughout all chapters, the book transpires Joanna M. Setchell's broad experience as a researcher and author, and as an editor for the International Journal of Primatology. Despite the primate-focused approach, I am convinced that this book will not only be very useful to students of primatology, but also to scholars from other taxon-specific and organism-centered biological disciplines, such as mammalogy or ornithology.' Eckhard W. Heymann, Deutsches Primatenzentrum, Germany'… all essential topics are thoroughly covered in one volume and applied especially to the study of primates … This volume is indispensable for those teaching and engaging in primatological research.' L. K. Sheeran, Choice'Setchell has provided a timely, nicely executed, and valuable book that we should embrace regardless of how long we have been in the business - and that can yield several benefits to our research and teaching missions … this book makes a fantastic graduation gift for undergraduates considering graduate school or postgraduates wrapping up their degree … this volume pushes us to reflect and improve, helping us and our students get farther and, it is my hope, to more interesting places.' Mitchell T. Irwin, The Quarterly Review of Biology'Whatever background brought you to primatology and wherever you want to study primates- indeed whichever primates you want to study- this book will be an extremely useful guide… It should be essential reading for graduate/post-graduate students. I am sure more seasoned researchers will not only learn something but also find it very useful for teaching and mentoring.' Anna T. C. Feistner, The Primate EyeTable of Contents1. Asking questions about primates; 2. Ethics in primatology; 3. Keeping science healthy: research integrity; 4. Inclusive science; 5. Understanding statistical evidence; 6. Communicating ideas in writing; 7. Introduction to the primates; 8. Why study primates?; 9. Identifying a research question; 10. Finding out what we know; 11. Reading journal articles; 12. Formulating hypotheses and predictions and designing a study; 13. Observing and manipulating; 14. Choosing measures; 15. Planning data analysis; 16. Sampling and statistical power; 17. Checking feasibility and finalising your plans; 18. Writing a research proposal; 19. Collecting data; 20. Conducting fieldwork; 21. Analysing and interpreting data; 22. Writing a scientific report; 23. Submitting to a peer-reviewed journal; 24. Presenting your work at a conference; 25. Conclusions.
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Cambridge University Press The Cambridge Handbook of Animal Cognition
Book SynopsisThis handbook lays out the science behind how animals think, remember, create, calculate, and remember. It provides concise overviews on major areas of study such as animal communication and language, memory and recall, social cognition, social learning and teaching, numerical and quantitative abilities, as well as innovation and problem solving. The chapters also explore more nuanced topics in greater detail, showing how the research was conducted and how it can be used for further study. The authors range from academics working in renowned university departments to those from research institutions and practitioners in zoos. The volume encompasses a wide variety of species, ensuring the breadth of the field is explored.Trade Review'The creative research and wealth of information presented in this handbook exceed all expectations. We are at the cusp of an entirely new field of evolutionary cognition. Experts in their field offer commentary on all of the hot topics, from altruism to planning, citing a wide range of species.' Frans de Waal, Charles Howard Candler Professor of Primate Behavior and Director of the Living Links Center, Emory University, USA, and author of Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are?'This is a well-written, state-of-the-art overview of all the important issues in the field of comparative cognition. It is a great primer for those who want to learn more and an invaluable addition for scholars in the field who want the latest overview.' Laurie Santos, Professor of Psychology, Yale University, USA'This handbook offers the expected comprehensive survey of animal cognition, with authoritative overviews of six major topics, but each of them is also followed by various, often surprising case studies. This refreshing combination of compelling reviews and novel directions reflects the excitement of this emerging field and should inspire experts and novices alike.' Judith Burkart, Professor of Anthropology, University of Zürich, Switzerland'Filled with the latest findings from the researchers who made the discoveries, surprising animal brilliance is revealed. Anyone who loves animals will delight in the chance to look through the window this book provides into the minds of other beings. Be prepared to have your ideas of human exceptionalism challenged.' Brian Hare, Professor of Evolutionary Anthropology, Duke University, USA'What goes on in the minds of other animals? How do they solve problems, remember, and communicate? This compilation brings together leading ethologists and comparative psychologists presenting introductions to the study of animal cognitive capacities and its many captivating research questions.' Thomas Suddendorf, Professor of Psychology, University of Queensland, Australia, and author of The Gap: The Science of What Separates Us from Other Animals'Given the exciting but exponentially-expanding reach of animal cognition research, this handbook is a godsend to novices and experts alike. It offers fresh perspectives written by well-chosen authors, from household names to rising stars. The volume features introductions to six major aspects of cognition each followed by focused articles.' Andrew Whiten, Wardlaw Professor of Evolutionary and Developmental Psychology, University of St Andrews, UK'The volume stands out for several reasons. It features broad introductions and specific in-depth case studies, it covers a wide range of taxa and various contributors have an ecological-evolutionary background. This powerful combination makes this Handbook appealing to all students of animal cognition.' Redouan Bshary, Professor of Eco Ethology, University of Neuchâtel, Switzerland'This handbook is an excellent reference source of information on various kinds of cognitive phenomena in a wide range of animals, ranging from ants to elephants. I cannot imagine any behavioral and cognitive scientist who would not profit from delving into this very fine book. I highly recommend it.' Ludwig Huber, Head of Comparative Cognition, Messerli Research Institute'This is a delightful and comprehensive collection of chapters exploring the animal mind. It provides both breadth and depth, balancing thoughtful topical overviews along with deep dives into specific research areas. This impressive handbook is a must-have for anyone interested in animal minds.' Evan MacLean, Director of the Arizona Canine Cognition Center and Assistant Professor of Anthropology and Veterinary Medicine, University of Arizona, USA'In these thorough, detailed essays, animal cognition comes of age, transcending its ethological roots. There are strong reviews of social cognition, learning, and innovation and insightful explorations of representation, episodic memory, reciprocity, and self-recognition. The taxonomic diversity is remarkable. Any behavioral scientist will find much here that is novel and stimulating.' Alan Bond, Emeritus Professor of Biological Sciences, University of Nebraska, USA'Highly recommended.' J. A. Mather, Choice MagazineTable of ContentsSection I. Communication and Language: 1.1 Communication and Language Overview Federico Rossano and Stephan Kaufhold; 1.2 Communication in Ant Societies Baptiste Piqueret and Patrizia d'Ettorre; 1.3 Symbolic Communication in the Grey Parrot Irene M. Pepperberg; 1.4 Communication in Dogs and Wolves Katalin Oláh, József Topál and Anna Gergely; Section II. Memory and Recall: 2.6 Memory and Recall Overview Gema Martin-Ordas; 2.7 A Fish Memory Tale: Memory and Recall in Fish and Sharks Catarina Vila Pouca, Louise Tosetto and Culum Brown; 2.8 Memory in Humming Birds Maria Cristina Tello-Ramos and David J Pritchard; 2.9 Event Memory in Rats Jonathon D. Crystal; 2.10 Primate Recall Memory Molly Flessert and Michael J. Beran; Section III. Social Cognition: 3.11 Social Cognition Overview Juan C. Gomez; 3.12 Proximate and Ultimate Mechanisms of Cooperation in Fishes Joachim G. Frommen and Stefan Fischer; 3.13 Evolutionary and Neural Bases of the Sense of Animacy Elena Lorenzi and Giorgio Vallortigara; 3.14 Raven Social Cognition and Behaviour Thomas Bugnyar; 3.15 Reciprocity in Norway Rats (Rattus Norvegicus) Manon K. Schweinfurth; 3.16 Exploring the Social Minds of Elephants Elizabeth A. Krisch and Joshua M. Plotnik; 3.17 Dolphin Social Cognition Adam A. Pack; 3.18 Mirror Self-Recognition: Five Decades of Primate Research James R. Anderson and David L. Butler; Section IV. Social Learning and Teaching: 4.19 Social Learning and Teaching Overview Rachel L. Kendal; 4.20 Tandem-Running Recruitment by Temnothorax Ants as a Model System for Social Learning Takao Sasaki and Stephen C. Pratt; 4.21 Fish Social Networks Matthew J. Hasenjager and William Hoppitt; 4.22 Social Learning in Birds Victoria E. Lee, Alison L. Greggor and Alex Thornton; 4.23 Social Learning in Chimpanzees Rachel Nelson, Erin Connelly and Lydia M. Hopper; Section V. Numerical and Quantative Abilities: 5.24 Numerical and Quantitative Abilities Overview Sarah T. Boysen; 5.25 Numerical Competence in Fish Christian Agrillo and Maria Elena Miletto Petrazzini; 5.26 Spatial-Numerical Association in Non-Human Animals Rosa Rugani and Orsola Rosa-Salva; 5.27 Perceptual Categorization in Pigeons Olga F. Lazareva; Section VI. Innovation and Problem Solving: 6.28 Innovation and Problem-Solving Overview Daniel Sol; 6.29 General Intelligence (g) in Mice Charles Locurto; 6.30 Bowerbird Innovation and Problem-Solving Jason Keagy; 6.31 Parrot Innovation Theresa Rössler, Berenika Mioduszewska and Alice M.I. Auersperg; 6.32 Innovation in Marine Mammals Allison B. Kaufman; 6.33 Innovation in Capuchin Monkeys Eduardo B. Ottoni; 6.34 Innovation and Problem Solving in Orangutans Anne E. Russon; 6.35 Do Apes and Monkeys Know What They [Don't] Know? The Question of Metacognition in Primates Heidi L. Marsh; 6.36 Decision-Making in Animals: Rational Choices and Adaptive Strategies Francesca De Petrillo and Alexandra G. Rosati.
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Cambridge University Press Zoo Studies
Book SynopsisThis interdisciplinary volume discusses animal housing and welfare, captive breeding, conservation, zoo legislation, and visitor behaviour. This book is an important resource for students studying zoo biology and management, animal welfare, animal behaviour, wildlife conservation and veterinary science, and anyone with a general interest in zoos.Table of Contents1. Zoos and research; 2. Defining zoos, their culture and visitors; 3. Zoos and education; 4. Anthrozoology and visitor behaviour; 5. Zoo organisation and regulation; 6. Ethics, zoos and public attitudes; 7. The contribution of zoos to Zoology; 8. Animals and their enclosures; 9. Animal welfare; 10. Enrichment and training; 11. Conservation breeding, reproduction and genetics; 12. Restoration, rehabilitation and in situ conservation; 13. Animal nutrition and conservation medicine; 14. The past and future of zoos.
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Cambridge University Press Gibbon Conservation in the Anthropocene
Book SynopsisGibbons are the most speciose of the apes. Despite being highly threatened, they receive less research and conservation attention compared to the great apes. This book presents cutting-edge research and conservation actions for hylobatids aimed at researchers, students and conservation practitioners within primatology and conservation ecology.Table of ContentsPreface David Chivers; Introduction Susan M. Cheyne, Helen J. Chatterjee, Carolyn Thompson and Peng-Fei Fan; 1. Taxonomy, ecology and conservation of Cao Vit Gibbon (Nomascus nasutus) since its rediscovery Peng-Fei Fan and Chang-Yong Ma; 2. Conservation status of the northern Yellow-Cheeked Crested Gibbon (Nomascus annamensis) in Vietnam: an update Duc Minh Hoang, Bang Van Tran, Chuong Van Hoang and Herbert H. Covert; 3. Strategies for recovery of the Hainan Gibbon (Nomascus hainanus): twenty years of multidisciplinary conservation effort Bosco Pui Lok Chan and Yik Fui Philip Lo; 4. Gibbons in the anthropocene: lessons from a long-term study in Indonesia Susan M. Cheyne, Abdulaziz K, Supiansyah, Twentinolosa, Adul, Claire J. H. Thompson, Lindy Thompson, Reychell Chadwick, Helene Birot, Carolyn Thompson, Cara H. Wilcox and Eka Cahyaningrum; 5. Demography of a stable Gibbon population (Hylobates moloch) in high-elevation forest on Java Susan Lappan, Rahayu Oktaviani, Ahyun Choi, Soojung Ham, Haneul Jang, Sanha Kim, Yoonjung Yi, Ani Mardiastuti and Jae Chun Choe; 6. A tale of two Gibbon studies in Thailand Sompoad Srikosamatara and Intanon Kolasartsanee; 7. Accessibility as a factor for selecting conservation actions for Pileated Gibbons (Hylobates pileatus) Intanon Kolasartsanee and Sompoad Srikosamatara; 8. Calling from the wild: Mentawai Gibbon conservation fieldwork Arif Setiawan and Damianus Tatteburuk; 9. Demography and group dynamics of Western Hoolock gibbons (Hoolock hoolock) in a community conserved village population in Upper Assam, India Jihosuo Biswas, Diplob Chutia, Jayanta Das, Joydeep Shil and H. N. Kumara; 10. Challenges and prospects in the conservation of Hoolock Gibbons in India Dilip Chetry, Rekha Chetry and Parimal Chandra Bhattacharjee; 11. Gibbons of Assam: impacts of environment and anthropogenic disturbance Jayashree Mazumder; 12. Movement ecology of siamang in a degraded dipterocarp forest Christopher D. Marsh, Stephanie A. Poindexter, Ross A. Hill, Matthew G. Nowak, Abdullah Abdullah and Amanda H. Korstjens; 13. Sympatric Gibbons in historically logged forest in North Sumatra, Indonesia Emma L. Hankinson, Vincent Nijman, Amanda H. Korstjens, Matt G. Nowak and Ross A. Hill; 14. Adopting an interdisciplinary biosocial approach to determine the conservation implications of the Human-Gibbon Interface: a systematic review Carolyn Thompson, Helen J. Chatterjee, Samuel Turvey, Susan M. Cheyne and Peng-Fei Fan; 15. Listen to the people, hear the Gibbons sing: the importance of incorporating local people's perceptions in conservation Jaima H. Smith, Anton Ario, Rahayu Oktaviani, Arif Setiawan, Agung Gunawan and Vincent Nijman; 16. Long-Term outcomes of positive cultural value for biodiversity: historical insights from Chinese Gibbons Samuel Turvey; 17. Gibbon phylogenetics and genomics Lucia Carbone, Mariam Okhovat and Christian Roos; 18. The use of microsatellites in the management of captive Gibbons Lauren Lansdowne, Matyas Liptovszky, Kristiana Brink, Katie Dripps, Vivienne Li, Ed Hollox and Richard Badge.
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Cambridge University Press Evolution of Learning and Memory Mechanisms
Book SynopsisEvolution of Learning and Memory Mechanisms is an exploration of laboratory and field research on the many ways that evolution has influenced learning and memory processes, such as associative learning, social learning, and spatial, working, and episodic memory systems. This volume features research by both outstanding early-career scientists as well as familiar luminaries in the field. Learning and memory in a broad range of animals are explored, including numerous species of invertebrates (insects, worms, sea hares), as well as fish, amphibians, birds, rodents, bears, and human and nonhuman primates. Contributors discuss how the behavioral, cognitive, and neural mechanisms underlying learning and memory have been influenced by evolutionary pressures. They also draw connections between learning and memory and the specific selective factors that shaped their evolution. Evolution of Learning and Memory Mechanisms should be a valuable resource for those working in the areas of experimentTable of ContentsIntroduction to evolution of learning and memory mechanisms Mark A. Krause, Karen L. Hollis, and Mauricio R. Papini; Part I. Evolution of Learning Processes: 1. Thrive on Simplicity: An Ethological recount of learning and memory in the nematode caenorhabditis elegans Alex Yu and Catharine Rankin; 2. Adaptive evolution of learning and memory in a model lineage William G. Wright; 3. Learning in insects: Possibilities and perspectives Alexis L. Kriete and Karen L. Hollis; 4. Experimental evolution and prepared learning Aimee Dunlap and Andreia Dexheimer; 5. Evolutionary processes shaping learning ability in insects Maartje Liefting; 6. Brain and spatial cognition in amphibians: Stem adaptations in the evolution of tetrapod cognition Rubén Muzio and Vern Bingman; 7. Pavlovian conditioning, survival and reproductive success Mark A. Krause and Michael Domjan; 8. Evolution and learning of trap avoidance by invasive birds: Theoretical considerations and empirical evidence Andrea Griffin and Marie Diquelou; 9. Relational memory functions of the hippocampal pallium in teleost fish Antonia Gómez, Francisco M. Ocaña, Tamara del Águila, Fernando Rodríguez and Cosme Salas; 10. Mechanisms underlying absolute and relative reward value in vertebrates Mauricio R. Papini; 11. Suboptimal choice: A psycho-evolutionary perspective Patrick Anselme; 12. A behavior systems approach: What it is and how to use it Francisco Silva and Kathleen Silva; 13. Dissociable learning processes: A comparative perspective Barbara A. Church, Brooke N. Jackson and J. David Smith; 14. Social learning strategies Rachel Kendal; 15. How learning affects evolution Kevin Laland, Thomas Oudman and Wataru Toyokawa; Part II. Evolution of Memory Processes: 16. The evolution of memory as an immediate perceptual identification mechanism Michael Fanselow; 17. Episodic memory in animals Jonathon Crystal; 18. A hierarchical framework for quantifying complex cognition Alexandra Schnell and Nicola Clayton; 19. Evolution of memory systems Johan Lind, Magnus Enquist and Stefano Ghirlanda; 20. What laboratory and field approaches bring to bear for understanding the evolution of ursid cognition Jennifer Vonk; 21. Distinguishing mechanisms of behavioral inhibition and self-control Michael Beran and Audrey E. Parrish; 22. Metamemory and control of memory in primates Robert Hampton; 23. Adaptive memory: The mnemonic value of fitness-relevant processing James Nairne and Michelle E. Coverdale; 24. Remembering cheaters: The influence of social relevance on source memory Meike Kroneisen; 25. Evolution of memory circuits under epigenetic regulation Ji-Song Guan; 26. Constraints on learning and memory: A resolution Aaron Blaisdell and Ben Seitz; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Much Like Us
Book SynopsisWhat really differentiates us from our relatives in the animal world? And what can they teach us about ourselves? Taking these questions as his starting point, Norbert Sachser presents fascinating insights into the inner lives of animals, revealing what we now know about their thoughts, feelings and behaviour. By turns surprising, humourous and thought-provoking, Much Like Us invites us on a journey around the animal kingdom, explaining along the way how dogs demonstrate empathy, why chimpanzees wage war and how crows and ravens craft tools to catch food. Sachser brings the science to life with examples and anecdotes drawn from his own research, illuminating the vast strides in understanding that have been made over the last 30 years. He ultimately invites us to challenge our own preconceptions the closer we look, the more we see the humanity in our fellow creatures.Trade Review'A masterful synthesis of science and storytelling by one of the world's leading experts in animal behaviour. In Much Like Us, Sachser's remarkable ability to communicate scientifically complex concepts with clarity and humour is on full display. The result: a remarkable book providing a new understanding of the origins and nature of 'animal' (non-human and human) behaviour. His remarkable new book contains many of the insights his scientific colleagues have admired for decades. Yet, his engaging and elegant writing make this book deeply accessible for a wide range of audiences: from the academic scholars and their students to anyone interested in why and how we human animals came to behave as we do. A deeply insightful and powerful book, which transforms our understanding of not only behaviour, but of our place as humans within the tree of life.' B. Natterson-Horowitz, Harvard Medical School, USA'A must-read for anyone interested in the behaviour, cognition, and emotions of animals and the evolutionary roots of human behaviour. Sachser offers an authoritative and accessible account of the behavioural and physiological mechanisms and processes that humans share with other mammals, which is interspersed with numerous insightful anecdotes. Definitely an informative and entertaining read for professional and lay readers alike.' Peter Kappeler, University of Göttingen and The Deutsches Primatenzentrum, Germany'This is a great, profound, and instructive book by an important representative of behavioural science on the latest findings in his field, describing individual differences, personality, emotions, hormonal and genetic control, and finally some impressive cognitive capacities in non-human animals, which bring them much closer to us humans than most people would have thought. The focus is on the value of a well-functioning social system and the underlying mechanisms that he himself has pioneered to uncover. A recommended read.' Ludwig Huber, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, Austria'Norbert Sachser illustrates how recent scientific advances in the field of behavioural biology have revolutionised our view on non-human animals and ultimately lead to a paradigm shift in human–animal interactions. Much Like Us gives an in-depth overview of the up-to-date scientific knowledge of how animals think, feel, and behave. Sachser most impressively shows how behaviour in both humans and non-human animals is shaped by complex interactions between genetics and environments and how animal behaviour does not develop in a fixed matter but is affected by environmental influences, socialisation, and learning, and how animals, like humans, display individual personalities. Sachser's book shows how scientific knowledge about the behaviour of animals has helped humans and animals to move much closer together and to understand that there is much more of us in them than we have thought.' Claudia Wascher, Anglia Ruskin University, UK'This book addresses questions about the lives of other animals and their similarity to us humans that are likely to have been asked by many people at one point or another. By showing how scientific approaches keep changing our understanding of the complex lives of animals, Norbert Sachser invites us to rethink our own lives and our place in the natural world.' Dieter Lukas, Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology, Germany'[Sachser's] book made me think and rethink how human's views of other animals are far too often human-centric, to the detriment of how we perceive and treat other animals because they supposedly don't really know what's happening or don't suffer like we do … I hope Much Like Us finds its way into a wide array of courses at the undergraduate and graduate level including animal behavior and comparative psychology. It's also readable by the general public who need to know what we're actually learning through rigorous research about the thoughts, feelings, and emotions of other animals. I'm sure many people will be surprised by what we really know.' Marc Bekoff, Psychology TodayTable of ContentsPreface; 1. Typical human, typical animal?: Reconceptualising the animal – an Introduction; 2. Ginger boris doesn't like to be alone: On behaviour, stress, and the blessing of socially stable relationships; 3. Cats are happy when they're playing: On the well-being, emotions, and humane treatment of animals; 4. Nature vs Nurture: Genes, environment, and behaviour: New answers to an old question; 5. Clever dogs and ingenious ravens: All animals can learn, many can think, and some can even recognise themselves in a mirror; 6. Animal personalities: The development of behaviour and the discovery of individuality; 7. Altruistic squirrels and egotistical lions: The sociobiological revolution; 8. Animals like us: A summary; Bibliography.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Shark Research
Book SynopsisOver the last decade, the study of shark biology has benefited from the development, refinement, and rapid expansion of novel techniques and advances in technology. These have given new insight into the fields of shark genetics, feeding, foraging, bioenergetics, imaging, age and growth, movement, migration, habitat preference, and habitat use. This pioneering book, written by experts in shark biology, examines technologies such as autonomous vehicle tracking, underwater video approaches, molecular genetics techniques, and accelerometry, among many others. Each detailed chapter offers new insights and promises for future studies of elasmobranch biology, provides an overview of appropriate uses of each technique, and can be readily extended to other aquatic fish and marine mammals and reptiles.Including chapter authors who were pioneers in developing some of the technologies discussed in the book, this book serves as the first single-source reference with in-depth coverage of tTrade Review"I can’t imagine a more useful introductory reference guide for new or prospective graduate students starting their career in marine biology than “Shark Research: Emerging Technologies and Applications for the Field And Laboratory”. This book is designed for people who have little to no familiarity with a research discipline but are about to start working in that discipline, a large and important audience that is often ignored by books and review papers geared towards people who are already experts. So many graduate students are told to learn a new research method by reading technical literature that assumes they already know this stuff, resulting in stress and frustration.The book consists of 19 chapters, each focusing on a different research method commonly used by shark and ray researchers and each written by a team of experts from that discipline. Topics include tried-and-true research methods like ageing sharks, tracking sharks with telemetry tags, and population genetics, as well as new and emerging methods like drones and environmental DNA. There are even chapters on citizen science and social science!The chapters start from first principles, assuming that readers know little to nothing about the subject of that chapter. Chapters summarize key background information you need to know before understanding a research method, explains how to use that research method, and walks you through case studies of how those research methods have been used. Many have photographs and diagrams showing what it looks like using those methods in the field or lab, almost all walk you through analysis of some sample data.You won’t be an expert in a brand-new highly-technical subject after reading a chapter of a textbook, but that’s not the goal here. This book provides key background information and basic introductory explanations that graduate students will need to understand the primary literature in that discipline, filling an important gap in graduate student education. I wish there had been a book like this available when I started my Masters research!" - David Shiffman, Southern Fried Science June 2019 http://www.southernfriedscience.com/book-review-shark-research-emerging-technologies-and-applications-for-the-field-and-laboratory/"Besides bringing exciting and important new research findings, tools, and techniques to the table, Dr. Jeff Carrier’s most recent contribution Shark Research also provides a keen roadmap for the future of shark science."- Toby S. Daly-Engel, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Ocean Engineering and Marine Sciences, Florida Institute of Technology, USA"The editors are to be congratulated for publishing a synoptic book that highlights the use of rapidly developing, novel, technological methods to study the ecology of sharks and rays. With this advanced tool kit now available under one cover, it will enable advanced studies that were heretofore impossible, but nonetheless important... This will break barriers that have hindered scientific progress toward understanding the ecology and conservation of chondrichthan fishes, and other organisms as well."–Gregor M. Cailliet, Professor Emeritus, Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, and Program Director Emeritus, Pacific Shark Research Center."If you are keen to see how new technologies and applications are shaping modern shark research, then this is a must have book. I will be recommending this book to anyone interested in marine science. It’s impressive coverage of topics from environmental DNA to social science applications provides the reader with a more holistic view of shark research."- Will White, Senior Curator, CSIRO Australian National Fish Collection, Hobart, AUSThe future of shark research is here. Advanced sampling technologies and analytical techniques are already changing the landscape of many fields of shark research. From UAVs to AVEDs, AUVs to ROVs, BRUVs to MBESs, CT scans to MRIs, NIRS to photogrammetry, genomics to eDNA, to name only a few of these platforms and techniques, this book offers a compendium of state-of-the-art technologies and methods that are quickly becoming commonplace and that will continue to evolve and revolutionize how we study these animals. Through its nineteen chapters, the book describes how decreasing costs of electronics and increased miniaturization, quality, power, and types of sensory platforms are leading to accumulation of larger datasets, which in tandem with increasing collaborative initiatives, computing power, and advances in computer science and modelling techniques will result in a new understanding of crucial aspects of elasmobranch ecology and behavior. This book should be of interest to students, academics, and professionals working on this and other groups of marine animals to keep abreast of the latest applications of advanced sampling technologies and analytical techniques that are being used to study elasmobranchs.- Enric Cortés, NOAA / NMFS / Southeast Fisheries Science Center, Panama City (FL) Laboratory, USA"This volume contains 19 chapters covering the use of a multitude of new technological tools available to study elasmobranch fishes. Co-authored by more than 60 active shark researchers, Shark Research summarizes the state of the science in shark study. It belongs in the library of anyone with a serious interest in elasmobranch research."- John A. (Jack) Musick, Prof. Emeritus, Va. Inst Marine Science, USA"Innovative technologies are rapidly advancing the field of shark research. This must have book features leading innovators in the field who have contributed informative chapters summarizing the current state of research in a variety of fields. Whether you’re a student aspiring to study sharks, a professional, or just keenly interested in the current state of shark research, this is the book for you."- David A. Ebert, Director, Pacific Shark Research Center, Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, USA"This timely volume provides an outstanding overview of how technological advances enable researchers to address formerly intractable questions. As we look back at this volume in a decade or two, the featured technology, that is currently avant-guarde, will be de rigueur, but these early adopters will be recognized for applying this technology to the development of entirely new methods of inquiry." - Stephen M Kajiura, Professor of Biological Sciences, Florida Atlantic University, USATable of ContentsChapter 1 Dietary Biomarkers in Shark Foraging and Movement Ecology Chapter 2 Size-Based Insights into the Ecosystem Role of Sharks and Rays Chapter 3 Advances in the Application of High-Resolution Biologgers to Elasmobranch Fishes Chapter 4 Using Aerial Surveys to Investigate the Distribution, Abundance, and Behavior of Sharks and Rays Chapter 5 Animal-Borne Video Cameras and Their Use to Study Shark Ecology and Conservation Chapter 6 Use of Autonomous Vehicles for Tracking and Surveying of Acoustically Tagged Elasmobranchs Chapter 7 The Use of Stationary Underwater Video for Sampling Sharks Chapter 8 Acoustic Telemetry Chapter 9 Imaging Technologies in the Field and Laboratory Chapter 10 History and Mystery of Age and Growth Studies in Elasmobranchs: Common Methods and Room for Improvement Chapter 11 Near-Infrared Spectroscopy for Shark Ageing and Biology Chapter 12 Photographic Identification of Sharks Chapter 13 Genetics and Genomics for Fundamental and Applied Research on Elasmobranchs Chapter 14 Environmental DNA (eDNA): A Valuable Tool for Ecological Inference and Management of Sharks and Their Relatives Chapter 15 Shark CSI・The Application of DNA Forensics to Elasmobranch Conservation Chapter 16 Citizen Science in Shark and Ray Research and Conservation: Strengths, Opportunities, Considerations, and Pitfalls Chapter 17 Social Science and Its Application to the Studies of Shark Biology Chapter 18 Network Analysis and Theory in Shark Ecology・Methods and Applications Chapter 19 Satellite Tracking Technologies and Their Application to Shark Movement Ecology
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Skin Diseases of the Dog and Cat
Book SynopsisA Colour Handbook of Skin Diseases of the Dog and Cat was one of the first books to bring key information about skin diseases to clinicians in an easy-to-use problem-oriented format. This fully revised and updated Third Edition responds to the huge growth in knowledge about skin conditions over the last decade, including the discovery of new conditions, the development of new approaches to management, and effective new treatment options. Chapters are organized based on symptoms, each containing a decision tree giving basic and practical guidance. The clear user-friendly design provides one condition per page (or spread of pages). 13 chapters covering over 120 skin, claw and ear conditions classified by their principle presenting sign. Concise, systematically structured text covering definition, aetiology and pathogenesis, clinical features, differential diagnoses, diagnostic tests and management. Trade Review "Completely up-to-date and fully referenced throughout, "Skin Diseases of the Dog and Cat" is impressively updated in response to developments in veterinary dermatology over the last decade; Presents a clear and user-friendly design with one condition per page (or spread of pages); and is referenced throughout to give the clinician access to the literature."Susan Bethany, Midwest Book Review, Jan 2019 "This is a high-quality book overall {...} I am extremely appreciative of this one's evidence-based medicine approach." Jason B. Pieper, DVM, MS, DACVD (University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine) "Completely up-to-date and fully referenced throughout, "Skin Diseases of the Dog and Cat" is impressively updated in response to developments in veterinary dermatology over the last decade; Presents a clear and user-friendly design with one condition per page (or spread of pages); and is referenced throughout to give the clinician access to the literature."Susan Bethany, Midwest Book Review, Jan 2019 "This is a high-quality book overall {...} I am extremely appreciative of this one's evidence-based medicine approach." Jason B. Pieper, DVM, MS, DACVD, University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine Table of ContentsChapter 1 Basics. Chapter 2 Pruritic Dermatoses. Chapter 3 Papular, pustular, and/or crusting diseases. Chapter 4 Alopecic dermatoses. Chapter 5 Diseases of abnormal keratinization and scaling. Chapter 6 Ulcerative Dermatoses. Chapter 7 Diseases with draining tracts or sinus formation. Chapter 8 Diseases of the paws and nails. Chapter 9 Diseases of the nasal planum. Chapter 10 Pediatric and congenital disease. Chapter 11 Nodular diseases and neoplasia. Chapter 12 Diseases of abnormal pigmentation. Chapter 13 Diseases of the ears.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog
Book SynopsisInterest in canine massage and physical therapy has grown as greater emphasis is placed on the general fitness and agility of dogs, as pets and as sporting animals. This book details the prevention, management and treatment of movement and allied disorders. It encompasses detailed assessments, treatment programmes that involve hands-on therapy along with dynamic remedial and strengthening techniques using exercise plans.Following succinct discussion of the relevant canine anatomy and physiology, the authors provide chapters on each of the key topics: movement and muscles; exercise; preparation for sports performance; rehabilitation techniques; massage and physical therapy; and common relevant pathologies affecting dogs.Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog is of interest to all those involved in canine welfare including veterinary practitioners, veterinary students, therapists, dog owners and dog trainers.Trade Review"The seven chapters are supported with nicely presented coloured photographs, images and diagrams .. . This is certainly a book that anyone interested in an introduction to physical therapy and massage for the dog will enjoy."—Veterinary RecordTable of Contents1. Anatomy and physiology, comparative anatomy, skeletal system, muscular system, fascia, systems in brief-circulatory, lymphatic, skin, neuromuscular physiology 2. How a dog moves, Muscles, Observations of possible muscular issues, Muscle Chart 3. Exercise/activity preparation, exercise and conditioning for dog and handler, movement of the jumping dog, warming up, pre and post event massage, passive movement, how to recognise and manage minor muscular injur 4. Rehabilitation techniques, appropriate exercise, passive movement and its role in rehabilitation, hydrotherapy 5. Massage and physical therapy, history of animal massage, techniques and effects, contraindications, treatment of lesions/injuries and scarring 6. Common pathologies, arthritis, OCD etc.
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